City of Phoenix
Assistant Payroll Manager (Accountant IV) - Finance Department, Central Pay Divi
City of Phoenix, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003
Assistant Payroll Manager (Accountant IV) – Central Payroll Division
About This Position
With more than 14,000 employees across 41 departments, the City of Phoenix offers career growth. The Assistant Payroll Manager supports payroll operations, providing leadership and oversight of accounting staff, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and continuity.
Responsibilities
Provide daily support to payroll operations and maintain continuity and accuracy.
Oversee, coordinate, train, and evaluate professional and paraprofessional accounting staff.
Ensure compliance with City labor agreements, policies, federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
Review and evaluate payroll reports; authorize payment memos.
Analyze and resolve payroll discrepancies, conduct research, identify root causes and recommend solutions.
Support strategic planning efforts and contribute to implementation of the new Time and Labor system.
Complete monthly payroll-related general ledger reconciliations.
Calculate and manage complex payroll accounts receivable.
Prepare annual and quarterly federal and state payroll tax filings.
Prepare W‑2, W‑2C, and 1099‑R tax forms.
Generate annual and monthly payroll reports and operational schedules.
Revise standard operating procedures to reflect current practices and regulations.
Assist with implementation and testing of payroll software updates and process improvements.
Contribute to design and implementation of accounting policies, procedures, internal controls, and process improvements.
Ideal Candidate
Excellent communication, planning, problem‑solving, and interpersonal skills.
Detail‑oriented, process‑driven, creative thinker with strong analytical skills.
Knowledge of FLSA, payroll regulations, tax compliance, and employment law.
Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with Word.
Ability to work flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, early mornings, or holidays as needed.
High organizational skills and ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.
Experience handling complex payroll calculations.
Salary & Hiring Range Pay range:
$90,916.80 – $127,920.00
annually. Hiring range:
$90,916.80 – $116,022.40
annually.
Benefits
Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions.
401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions.
Medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP options; $150 City contribution to Post‑Employment Health Plan.
Wellness incentive up to $720 annually.
Dental, vision, and life insurance.
Employer‑paid long‑term disability.
Free Bus/light rail pass.
Tuition reimbursement up to $6,500 per year.
Paid time off: 13.5 holidays, 12 vacation, 15 sick days, personal leave.
Paid parental leave up to 480 hours (12 weeks).
Federal Student Loan Forgiveness through Savi.
Minimum Qualifications
Five years of professional accounting experience, including one year in a supervisory capacity.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, public administration, or related field.
All finalists subject to a criminal background check.
Preferred Qualifications
Five years of day‑to‑day payroll operations experience.
Three years supervising payroll teams.
Experience implementing and updating payroll/financial systems.
Payroll tax compliance: preparing, filing, and reporting accurately.
Applying legislative, labor agreement, and policy requirements to payroll processes.
Performing payroll and financial report audits, and general ledger reconciliations.
Training staff on payroll systems and compliance.
Developing and maintaining standard operating procedures.
Recruitment Dates Recruitment closes:
January 11, 2026 . All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. that date.
How to Apply Apply online by completing the required information and attaching
one document
that includes cover letter and resume. Highlight experience related to the qualifications above.
Equal Opportunity City of Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.
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Responsibilities
Provide daily support to payroll operations and maintain continuity and accuracy.
Oversee, coordinate, train, and evaluate professional and paraprofessional accounting staff.
Ensure compliance with City labor agreements, policies, federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
Review and evaluate payroll reports; authorize payment memos.
Analyze and resolve payroll discrepancies, conduct research, identify root causes and recommend solutions.
Support strategic planning efforts and contribute to implementation of the new Time and Labor system.
Complete monthly payroll-related general ledger reconciliations.
Calculate and manage complex payroll accounts receivable.
Prepare annual and quarterly federal and state payroll tax filings.
Prepare W‑2, W‑2C, and 1099‑R tax forms.
Generate annual and monthly payroll reports and operational schedules.
Revise standard operating procedures to reflect current practices and regulations.
Assist with implementation and testing of payroll software updates and process improvements.
Contribute to design and implementation of accounting policies, procedures, internal controls, and process improvements.
Ideal Candidate
Excellent communication, planning, problem‑solving, and interpersonal skills.
Detail‑oriented, process‑driven, creative thinker with strong analytical skills.
Knowledge of FLSA, payroll regulations, tax compliance, and employment law.
Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with Word.
Ability to work flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, early mornings, or holidays as needed.
High organizational skills and ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.
Experience handling complex payroll calculations.
Salary & Hiring Range Pay range:
$90,916.80 – $127,920.00
annually. Hiring range:
$90,916.80 – $116,022.40
annually.
Benefits
Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions.
401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions.
Medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP options; $150 City contribution to Post‑Employment Health Plan.
Wellness incentive up to $720 annually.
Dental, vision, and life insurance.
Employer‑paid long‑term disability.
Free Bus/light rail pass.
Tuition reimbursement up to $6,500 per year.
Paid time off: 13.5 holidays, 12 vacation, 15 sick days, personal leave.
Paid parental leave up to 480 hours (12 weeks).
Federal Student Loan Forgiveness through Savi.
Minimum Qualifications
Five years of professional accounting experience, including one year in a supervisory capacity.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, public administration, or related field.
All finalists subject to a criminal background check.
Preferred Qualifications
Five years of day‑to‑day payroll operations experience.
Three years supervising payroll teams.
Experience implementing and updating payroll/financial systems.
Payroll tax compliance: preparing, filing, and reporting accurately.
Applying legislative, labor agreement, and policy requirements to payroll processes.
Performing payroll and financial report audits, and general ledger reconciliations.
Training staff on payroll systems and compliance.
Developing and maintaining standard operating procedures.
Recruitment Dates Recruitment closes:
January 11, 2026 . All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. that date.
How to Apply Apply online by completing the required information and attaching
one document
that includes cover letter and resume. Highlight experience related to the qualifications above.
Equal Opportunity City of Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.
#J-18808-Ljbffr