Position Title: Payroll Manager

Salary: $57,368.06 per year

How to Apply:

Applications are submitted online until the position is filled and/or the posting is closed. After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online. A resume is required with the application. Further instructions on submission of documents are available in the online application. A resume may not be substituted for an application.



Minimum Requirements:
  • An Associates degree or higher in a related field AND three (3) years of work experience in a professional environment, or
  • An equivalent combination of education, experience, and training is acceptable.

It is the policy of Allegheny County that in order to receive a final offer of employment, candidates must successfully pass a background check, which includes verification of Allegheny County Real Estate Tax status, and drug/medical examinations as required for the position. The pre-employment drug screen must be completed within 48 hours of the acceptance of the conditional offer of employment. 


Position Summary:

The Payroll Manager works under the supervision of the Commanding Officers of Administration/Headquarters and is responsible for the processing of payroll to ensure accurate calculations of wages on a bi-weekly basis.



Overview:


Duties:

  • Supervises the work of the Payroll Administrative Assistant.
  • Process payroll for the Allegheny County Police Department and Building Guards on a Bi-Weekly Basis.
  • Balances the payroll by resolving payroll discrepancies.
  • Processes all Holiday & Sick Buy Back payments for Police Officers on a yearly basis.
  • Prepares and generates invoices for overtime for grants obtained by the Department of Police monthly and submits for collection.
  • Prepares invoices for all Officers enrolled/Certified for the GI Bill/OJT and submits monthly to the VA Office for collection.
  • Prepares all PAA-1000’s, for new hires/terminations/Retirements/Intra-Departmental transfers and Longevity increases throughout the year.
  • Prepares yearly balances on sick time to Controller’s Office.
  • Prepares detailed invoices for the Pittsburgh Airport Authority on a bi-weekly basis to ensure reimbursement back into operating budget.
  • Performs other related tasks and duties as assigned and directed by management within the Department.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

  • General office practices and procedures.
  • Bookkeeping and basic accounting procedures. 

Skill in:

  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook), JNET and DMS Programs 

Ability to:

  • Operate a personal computer.
  • Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills.
  • Prioritize assignments and meet deadlines.
  • Communicate effectively with business contact in a courteous and professional manner.
  • Pass a comprehensive personal background investigation, to include fingerprinting and polygraph.

Residency: Allegheny County within 1 year.
Veterans' Preference: Will be awarded to eligible candidates.
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