Public Sector Payroll Operations Lead

County-of-Frederick,-Va; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Frederick County Virginia Government is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to oversee countywide payroll operations, ensuring accurate and on-time compensation in compliance with federal, state, and local laws.

The role leads payroll processing, internal controls, and collaboration with Human Resources to integrate employee data. A four-year degree and at least one year payroll/timekeeping experience are required; CPP is preferred.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum one year payroll/timekeeping experience, preferably in the public sector.
• Strong knowledge of payroll and timekeeping, benefits, taxation, reporting, garnishments.
• CPP certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead payroll best practices, internal controls, and efficient processes.
• Plan, direct, and process semi-monthly payroll for all employees.
• Interpret federal/state payroll tax regulations and advise management.
• Prepare complex payroll reports, tax filings, and year-end reporting (W-2s).
• Investigate and resolve complex payroll issues and implement corrective procedures.

Skills

Payroll processing

Timekeeping

Accounting

Garnishments

Education

Bachelors degree in Business Admin/Accounting/Finance

CPP certification preferred

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

Frederick County Virginia Government is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to oversee countywide payroll operations, ensuring accurate and on-time compensation in compliance with federal, state, and local laws.

The role leads payroll processing, internal controls, and collaboration with Human Resources to integrate employee data. A four-year degree and at least one year payroll/timekeeping experience are required; CPP is preferred.