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The Marin County Department of Finance is responsible for the powers and duties of the offices of the auditor, controller, tax collector, treasurer, and public administrator. We serve as a collaborative partner and fiscal advisor to the County government in their consideration of fiscal decisions and planning. We strive to inspire and elevate public trust in County government by safeguarding the County’s financial integrity, advocating and implementing best practices, and ensuring compliance with mandates and fiduciary responsibilities.
ABOUT THE POSITIONThere is currently one (1) full-time Senior Payroll Analyst in the Department of Finance.
The Senior Payroll Analyst performs the most complex analytical payroll duties, requiring extensive knowledge and expertise, including the application of payroll laws and public-sector pension payroll reporting requirements.
- Developing, revising, recommending, and implementing business procedures, practices, policies and related documentation that streamlines processes, supports departmental needs, conforms to County-wide systems requirements, and complies with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
- Working with the Payroll Manager to oversee the preparation of full cycle payroll for County employees and any retroactive pay adjustments; computing payments due relating to the payroll function, including but not limited to, taxes, insurance premiums, retirement, and other benefit programs.
- Analyzing, auditing and balancing payroll data; researching and resolving complex discrepancies and deficiencies.
- Conducting statistical and analytical studies.
The Department of Finance has embraced a
hybrid work schedule that considers that some duties of this position may be performed remotely. However, the successful candidate must be able to report to County facilities for meetings, work assignments, and/or disaster service work upon short notice, as needed and deemed appropriate. During the initial probationary period, the successful candidate may be required to work primarily onsite before establishing a hybrid work schedule.
ABOUT YOUThe highly qualified candidate streamlines processes and ensures compliance by developing and implementing business procedures, policies, and documentation. They work with the Payroll Manager to oversee full cycle payroll and retroactive pay adjustments, including taxes, insurance, retirement, and benefits. They analyze, audit, and balance payroll data, resolving complex discrepancies and conducting statistical studies. The candidate maintains reports and records, addresses complex inquiries, and provides staff training and guidance. They evaluate and communicate system and legislative changes, maintain payroll reconciliations, review CalPERS outputs, and liaise with various government offices. Additionally, they assist with external audits and examinations.
Experience in a governmental agency, working with government clients, or in a unionized environment is highly desirable.
KNOWLEDGE OF- Principles, practices and procedures of payroll and accounting operations.
- Principles and practices of work planning, data collection and analysis, project management and research methodology.
- Applicable federal and state statutes, codes, laws, regulations, bargaining labor agreements related to payroll and benefit processing, calculations, and reporting requirements.
- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Principles and practices of governmental financial operations, systems, reporting and recordkeeping.
ABILITY TO- Plan, organize, and conduct research and analytical review of complex accounting and payroll procedures.
- Develop effective policies and procedures to meet all payroll requirements.
- Investigate and correct difficult and complex payroll problems.
- Interpret, explain and apply laws, regulations, ordinances, and regulations relating to payroll.
- Plan and direct the work of others on a project or day-to-day basis.
- Prepare clear, concise and accurate reports, correspondence, policies, procedures and other written materials.
- Effectively represent the department and County in meetings and presentations.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships of those interacted with in the course of the work, including County officials and managers, employee representatives, representatives of other governmental agencies, employees and the public.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSESAny combination of education, training or experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills. A typical way to qualify is significant course work in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, public administration or a closely related field and three years of experience performing payroll and accounting services and analysis.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSESPossession of a Certified Payroll Professional Certificate is desirable.
IMPORTANT INFORMATIONAll applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails.
Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095. If you have questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Dario Aguilar, Human Resources Analyst, at 415-473-6301.
PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.
COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERALBelow are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage .
Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.
Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO,and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.
Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.
IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.
For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.
*IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
Closing Date/Time: 6/24/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
