Public Sector Payroll Manager: Lead & Optimize

Georgia Department of Revenue; California; On-site; USD 56,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The State Accounting Office (SAO) Payroll Manager leads a team responsible for accurate, on-time payroll processing and strict compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role requires strategic leadership to optimize payroll processes and protect sensitive information.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree or 3+ years payroll experience with at least 2 years in a supervisory role, strong analytical skills, and experience with major payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field OR 3+ years of payroll experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Experience with payroll software and compliance with wage-hour laws is essential.
• Strong analytical and leadership skills with ability to manage a team and improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full-cycle payroll process for accurate and timely payments.
• Ensure compliance with wage-hour laws and payroll tax filings.
• Recruit, train, and supervise payroll staff; conduct performance evaluations.
• Maintain payroll software and seekAutomation opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Prepare financial reports and payroll metrics for senior management.
• Serve as primary contact for complex payroll inquiries.

Skills

Payroll

Supervisory experience

Analytical skills

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

3+ years payroll experience

Tools

ADP

Workday

PeopleSoft

Job description

The State Accounting Office (SAO) Payroll Manager leads a team responsible for accurate, on-time payroll processing and strict compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role requires strategic leadership to optimize payroll processes and protect sensitive information.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree or 3+ years payroll experience with at least 2 years in a supervisory role, strong analytical skills, and experience with major payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, and