Somerville Public Schools · 13 hours ago
25-26 Payroll Operations and Analytics Manager
Somerville, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$105K/yr - $115K/yr
5+ years expSomerville Public Schools is seeking a Payroll Operations and Analytics Manager to oversee all payroll operations for the school district. This role involves managing payroll systems, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing payroll analytics to support budgeting and decision-making.
EducationHigher EducationPrimary EducationSecondary Education
Responsibilities
Oversee and manage end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring all payrolls are processed accurately and on schedule
Supervise, train, and develop Payroll Coordinators; establish priorities, provide guidance, and ensure effective cross-training and coverage
Ensure payroll practices comply with collective bargaining agreements, employment contracts, and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations
Maintain oversight of payroll systems and databases, including MUNIS and related payroll and timekeeping systems
Review, approve, and reconcile payroll transactions, deductions, and postings to the general ledger
Oversee reporting and compliance requirements, including MTRS reporting, tax filings, garnishments, and court-ordered deductions
Develop, document, and maintain standard operating procedures, payroll calendars, and internal controls
Lead payroll-related process improvements, including transition to electronic time entry and enhancements to leave and stipend management
Coordinate with Human Resources and Finance to ensure accurate employee data, position control, and timely payroll changes
Produce payroll projections, analyses, and reports to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial oversight
Serve as the escalation point for complex payroll issues and ensure timely resolution of employee and department inquiries
Partner with City departments and external vendors to ensure accurate benefit deductions and system integrations
Support audits and internal reviews by providing payroll documentation and reconciliations
Maintain confidentiality and data integrity across all payroll operations
Performs other duties consistent with the scope and responsibility of the position as assigned
Qualification
Required
Five or more years of payroll experience required
Post-secondary studies in an applicable field (i.e. accounting, finance, management) required
Strong understanding of payroll systems (e.g., MUNIS), federal and state payroll laws, tax regulations, collective bargaining agreements, retirement systems (MTRS), and benefits administration
Knowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, and retirement systems
Ability to execute with a high level of accuracy and dependability
Ability to learn complex systems, multi-task, follow detailed procedures, and meet stringent deadlines
Ability to coach, train, schedule, and develop payroll staff, delegate tasks, and maintain high team performance and accountability
Ability to collect, review, reconcile, and analyze payroll data, produce accurate projections, and create reports for finance and administrative decision-making
Skills in technology including Microsoft Excel and data entry
Excellent customer service skills
MA Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) Clearance
Fingerprints
Preferred
Public-sector or union environment experience preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred
Benefits
Eligible in accordance with the SPS Non-Union Benefits
Company
Somerville Public Schools
Somerville Public Schools offers grades from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Francis Gorski
Chief Financial Officer
Ana Maria Nieto
Coordinator of Prenatal to School Entry Partnership Alignment and Grant Development
Recent News
2025-10-25
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