Pay Roll Manager

Between $68k and $85k Per Year Position range in Webb County $29k•$42k Per Year Pay Roll Manager LAREDO•CITY OF

Occupation:

Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks

Location:

LAREDO, TX

•78046 Positions available: 1 Job #: 17006102

Source:

WorkInTexas

Posted:

04/23/2026

Updated:

04/26/2026

Expires:

05/23/2026

Web Site:

WorkInTexas Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education Bachelor's Degree Experience 60 Month(s) Age 21 and up DL Required Language English, Well Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Hours 40 Hours Per Week Shift Day Shift Public Transit Available Benefits Help for . Supervises, plans, assigns, and monitors the work of Payroll Specialists. Ensures work is in compliance with departmental policies and procedures and performed in an accurate and timely manner. Essential Functions/ Job Competencies/ Physical Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Responsible for overall management and administration of the City's payroll function. Develops and maintains payroll policies and procedures. Interprets for employee's payroll policies, government regulations as they related to the payroll processing function. Maintains payroll parameters as required by automated system including pay table, benefit rates, leave rates, pay frequency, pay exclusions, pay calculations and adding or deleting codes. Primary contact with outside automated payroll processing company for problem solving and error correction. Maintains awareness of collective bargaining contracts as they relate to Payroll and makes certain payroll checks conform to provision of the contract. Prepares the payroll budget and coordinates with budget Office and other departments preparation of the annual budget. Responsible for preparation, generation, and distribution of bi-weekly and monthly payrolls. Trains payroll clerks throughout the City involved in preparing the payroll and monitors their compliance with policies and procedures. Reviews payroll input and verify authenticity of output for biweekly and monthly payroll. Ensures timely and accurate distribution of payroll checks and is accountable for unclaimed checks. Reviews and approves payroll adjustments for leave accruals, hours worked, retroactive pay and other related payroll corrections. Responsible for compliance with local, state and federal rules and regulations as it relates to application of wage and hour policies. Prepares reports required by IRS and other governments as necessary including quarterly reports, W-2 forms and 1099 forms. Works with accounting sections to reconcile annual IRS reporting. Responsible for preparing necessary documentation to issue checks to third parties for child support, educational loans, credit union payments, union dues, and other authorized payroll deductions that required distribution of an account's payable checks. Maintains appropriate reports and balance sheets of payments to third parties as a result of payroll deductions. Responsible for maintaining payroll parameters including new wage rates, retroactive pays, benefit rate changes and adding/deleting payroll codes. Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Skills and Abilities:

Ability to maintain the office and equipment clean and in good condition. Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record. Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints. Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish languages. Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures. Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met. Work Environment Locations Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments Never Street environment (near moving traffic) Construction site Seldom Outdoor environment Confined space Warehouse environment Sometimes Vehicles Often Office or similar indoor environment Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements Never Individuals with known violent backgrounds Extreme cold (below 32 degrees) Extreme heat (above 100 degrees) Communicable diseases Moving mechanical parts Fumes or airborne particles Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction) Seldom Individuals who are hostile or irate Travel Position will require the employee to travel

Never:

International travel

Seldom:

National travel

Sometimes:

Regional travel Frequently Local travel Minimum Qualifications Required Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree from an accredited• college or university in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field. At least five (5) years of experience in an accounting environment or in a related field and two (2) years supervisory experience, preferably in the payroll area. •Council of Higher Education Accreditation (C.H.E.A.) Valid Licenses and Certifications Required Licenses or Certifications Valid Texas Driver License.

If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment. As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment. Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment. Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing. A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable. City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.