Senior Public Sector Payroll Specialist

International Association of Insurance Professionals (IAIP); Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Minnetonka seeks a Payroll Administrator to ensure accurate biweekly and special payrolls, maintain employee records, and assure compliance with laws, regulations, and bargaining agreements. You will collaborate with Human Resources, Finance, and vendors to support payroll operations.

The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work with independence under supervision.

Qualifications

• Associate or technical degree in accounting, business administration, human resources, finance, or a closely related field.
• Substantial progressively responsible experience in payroll administration, payroll accounting, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience performing complex payroll calculations and maintaining payroll records and systems.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification within one year of hire, if not already obtained.
• Valid driver's license, if required to perform the essential functions of the position.

Responsibilities

• Processes biweekly, special, and supplemental payrolls for City employees.
• Reviews employee time and payroll information for completeness and accuracy; resolves discrepancies prior to payroll processing.
• Calculates and verifies wages, deductions, taxes, benefits, accruals, and other payroll transactions.
• Prepares, reviews, and reconciles payroll reports and distributions.
• Processes payroll withholdings and remittances to agencies and vendors.
• Establishes and maintains employee payroll records and master files.
• Maintains time and attendance system and assists with configuration, troubleshooting, and access.
• Ensures pay provisions in CBAs and policies are accurately configured and administered.
• Handles employee reclassifications and compensation changes.
• Estimates severance payments and final compensation for retiring/separating employees.

Education

Associate or technical degree in accounting, business administration, human resources, finance, or closely related field

Job description

The City of Minnetonka seeks a Payroll Administrator to ensure accurate biweekly and special payrolls, maintain employee records, and assure compliance with laws, regulations, and bargaining agreements. You will collaborate with Human Resources, Finance, and vendors to support payroll operations.

The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work with independence under supervision.