Airport Business Manager I- Payroll

Salary range: $54,525-$90,839

General Description and Classification Standards

Manages the payroll function to ensure payroll is processed with speed and accuracy reflective of City of Atlanta specific pay policies. Responsible for the Department of Aviation timecard approval verification for all by exempt and non-exempt staff; approximately 800 employees.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned:

Ensures payroll is processed with speed and accuracy and that it accurately reflects City specific pay policies

Oversees the audits and reconciliation of pay records

Coordinates third party payroll system implementations and upgrades

Interprets pay policies and stays current with changes in payroll laws 

Verifies compliance with federal and state payroll requirements

Documents payroll processes and procedures

Interprets internal processes and applies organizational policies 

Manages daily leave tracking and verification 

Administers various trainings for line managers

Administers payroll overview bi-weekly to new hires

Leadership Expectations

Has formal supervisory authority over work group to include discipline, performance management, scheduling, training, etc. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of concepts, processes, and tools of payroll accounting

Knowledge of relationship of professional disciplines among related organizations and functions

Excellent customer service 

Strong accounting, payroll, and GAAP knowledge

Skill in identifying operating issues and developing solutions

Strong skills in Microsoft Office, accounting and payroll software (Kronos and Oracle Time & Labor), and other financial databases

Ability to apply experience and professional knowledge to carry out most assignments in professional area

Supervision Received 

Reports to the Airport Business Manager II - Payroll  

Normally receives guidance regarding overall mission, short-term and mid-term objectives, scheduling, unusual priorities, etc. but is free to set work methods, timetables, performance standards, etc.

Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience 

Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, finance, accounting, or related field (equivalent professional work experience will be considered in lieu of the required degree, on an exception basis). 3 years of relevant experience is required. 

Preferred Education & Experience 

Bachelors degree in business/public administration, finance, accounting or related field and 3-5 years of professional experience in administration and budgeting (equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the required degree on an exception basis). 

Licensures and Certifications 

Position would be expected to have licensure or professional certifications appropriate to the position. Required: Valid Georgia drivers license 

Essential Capabilities and Work Environment 

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.