Senior Public Sector Payroll Specialist

City of Minnetonka; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Minnetonka is seeking an experienced payroll administrator to manage biweekly and special payrolls, maintain payroll records, and ensure compliance with laws, agreements, and city policies.

The role requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of timekeeping systems, and collaboration with Human Resources, Finance, and external partners. A CPP certification and public-sector payroll experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate or technical degree in accounting or related field.
• Substantial experience in payroll administration or payroll accounting.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) within one year of hire, if not already obtained.
• Experience with government/public-sector payroll preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly, special, and supplemental payrolls for City employees.
• Maintain payroll records and master files.
• Ensure accurate calculations of wages, deductions, taxes, and benefits.
• Prepare and reconcile payroll reports for accounting distributions.
• Assist with compliance reporting and audits.

Skills

Payroll processing

Timekeeping

Compliance

Communication

Education

Associate degree in accounting

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

LOGIS

Payroll system

Job description

City of Minnetonka is seeking an experienced payroll administrator to manage biweekly and special payrolls, maintain payroll records, and ensure compliance with laws, agreements, and city policies.

The role requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of timekeeping systems, and collaboration with Human Resources, Finance, and external partners. A CPP certification and public-sector payroll experience are preferred.