Accountant - Payroll

• Reviews, reconciles and audits payroll and related special payments records.
• Reviews payroll expenditures reports and disbursements to general and subsidiary ledgers and journals. Works with budget and finance staff to resolve problems or discrepancies.
• Reconciles and balances leave accounts to ensure accuracy.
• Researches payroll files and data and writes special and recurring payroll statements and reports.
• Collects and compiles payroll data and certifies payrolls.
• Processes employee benefits calculations and third-party reporting, including deferred compensation - IRS Section 403(b), insurances, etc.
• Supervises the provision of adjusting journal entries and the immediate correction of errors and resolution of payroll inquiries.
• Supervises payroll reporting for wage attachments including, federal and state tax levies, bankruptcy orders, child support/family court orders, garnishments, and Consumer Protection Act requirements.
• Pre-balances payroll and inputs payroll data. Reconciles and proofs payroll output. Advises supervisor of input errors and, where appropriate resolves errors.
• Assist management with the preparation of quarterly and year-end reporting, including W-2, W-2C, W-3,941, tax deposits and internal and external audits.
• Monitors changes in laws and regulations pertaining to payroll which require City Schools' policy changes and notifies management staff.
• Maintains frequent contact with Finance, Human Capital and ITD staff and all external vendors.
• Recommends changes in payroll policies and procedures.
• Maintains awareness of current rules and regulations pertaining to payroll and ensures the timeliness and accuracy of payroll, voluntary and involuntary payments.
• Provides appropriate supervision, mentoring, and professional growth and development opportunities to assigned staff. Such responsibilities include staff performance reviews and the development and implementation of professional growth plans to include keeping abreast of current developments, literature, and technical sources of information.
• Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board's policies, and the professional standards.

  ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Ensures the security and integrity of City Schools' payroll systems.
• Administers and interprets all policies and procedures for enforcement of provisions of all 403(b).
• Meets established goals and objectives for assigned projects within designated timeframes.
• Provides professional and courteous service to all City Schools' customers, including employees at all levels.
• Supervises, mentors, and provides professional growth and development opportunities to assigned staff.

• Associate's degree in accounting, business administration or related field. Bachelor's degree preferred. Degree must be from an accredited college or institution.
• Five years of related payroll experience.
• Two years of supervisory/administrative/leadership experience including maintenance of payroll system records and reporting processes.
• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) status with The American Payroll Association (APA) desired.
• Knowledge of union and non-union payroll processing, reporting requirements, operations, and records retention, and associated reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of the Federal Reserve direct deposit system and National Automated Clearing House Association formats and procedures.
• Experience with financial applications such as Oracle or a similar ERP system.
• Knowledge of payroll accounting and routine auditing practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local reporting requirements, wage and hour laws, including Fair Labor Standard Act, minimum wage, and child labor.
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to present payroll, accounting, and financial information in a clear and concise manner.
• Proficient in the use of computer applications including Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Access.

Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:

• Completed online application
• Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
• Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications
• Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
• All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
• All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application

Benefits -- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org

Baltimore City Public Schools ("City Schools") does not discriminate in its employment, programs, and activities based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy or parenting status, family structure, ability (cognitive, social/emotional, and physical), veteran status, genetic information, age, immigration or citizenship status, socioeconomic status, language, or any other legally or constitutionally protected attributes or affiliations. Discrimination undermines our community's long-standing efforts to create, foster, and promote equity and inclusion for all. Some examples of discrimination include acts of hate, violence, harassment, bullying, or retaliation. For more information, see Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners Policies JBA (Nondiscrimination - Students), JBB (Sex-Based Discrimination - Students), JICK (Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation of Students), ACA (Nondiscrimination - Employees and Third Parties), ACB (Sexual Harassment - Employees and Third Parties), ACD (ADA Reasonable Accommodations), and ADA (Equity), and the accompanying City Schools Administrative Regulations. City Schools also provides equal access to the Boy and Girl Scouts and other designated youth groups. Link to Full Nondiscrimination Notice.

This position is affiliated with the Paraprofessionals and School Related Personnel (PSRP) bargaining unit.

This position is affiliated with the City Retirement Plan.