Public Sector Payroll Supervisor - Lead & Improve Operations

City of Mountain View (CA); Mountain View (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Mountain View (CA) seeks a Payroll Supervisor to oversee payroll for the entire City workforce, including police, fire, and seasonal staff. You will ensure compliant, timely payroll from timekeeping through the general ledger, interpret labor agreements, and support CalPERS reporting.

You will lead a small team, drive process improvements, and coordinate with Finance leadership and HR. The role is hybrid, based at Mountain View City Hall, with onsite onboarding and some remote work days.

Qualifications

• Extensive public-sector payroll experience required.
• Ability to interpret labor agreements and FLSA rules.
• Lead a small team; provide coaching and guidance.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field; CPA/CPP desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day payroll processing from timekeeping to GL.
• Ensure accurate, timely payroll and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with Finance leadership and HR on policy changes.
• Oversee system updates and pay table changes after negotiations.

Skills

Public payroll experience

Leadership

Financial analysis

FLSA compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

CPA/CPP desirable

Tools

Central Square Financial Enterprise

GL interfaces

Job description

City of Mountain View (CA) seeks a Payroll Supervisor to oversee payroll for the entire City workforce, including police, fire, and seasonal staff. You will ensure compliant, timely payroll from timekeeping through the general ledger, interpret labor agreements, and support CalPERS reporting.

You will lead a small team, drive process improvements, and coordinate with Finance leadership and HR. The role is hybrid, based at Mountain View City Hall, with onsite onboarding and some remote work days.