Assistant Finance Director

Position Overview Company Name Town of Plainfield Job Title Assistant Finance Director Description Assistant Finance Director Town of Plainfield, CT

Location:

8 Community Ave, Plainfield, CT 06374 The Town of Plainfield is seeking a qualified and detail-oriented professional to serve as Assistant Finance Director. This position is responsible for the administration and processing of municipal payroll and supports the Finance Director in the daily operations of the Finance Department. The Assistant Finance Director also serves as Acting Finance Director in their absence and oversees Accounts Payable and Bookkeeping functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Administers and processes payroll for all Town employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness Maintains and applies employee pay rates in accordance with union contracts, employment agreements, and personnel policies Calculates wages, overtime, stipends, and deductions in compliance with applicable laws and regulations Tracks and reconciles employee leave accruals, including vacation, sick, and personal time Ensures compliance with federal and state payroll laws, tax reporting requirements, and benefit deductions Prepares and submits payroll-related filings, reports, and reconciliations Coordinates with Human Resources on employee onboarding, status changes, and separations affecting payroll Maintains payroll records and ensures confidentiality of sensitive information Assists with general ledger entries, account reconciliations, and audit support Assists with year-end reporting and audit preparation, particularly payroll-related schedules Performs other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; Bachelor's degree preferred Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible payroll or accounting experience, preferably in a municipal setting

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Strong knowledge of payroll systems, processes, and compliance requirements Working knowledge of governmental and fund accounting preferred Familiarity with union contracts and pay rate administration Proficiency in accounting and payroll software and advanced spreadsheet skills High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills

Work Schedule & Compensation:

Four (4) day work week, Monday through Thursday 35 hours per week Salary range: $70,000 - $80,000, commensurate with qualifications Additional hours may be required during payroll processing periods, fiscal year-end, or audit cycles

Working Conditions:

Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment. The position requires prolonged periods of sitting, frequent computer use, and a high level of concentration and attention to detail. The employee may be required to lift and move items weighing up to 25 pounds. Occasional bending, reaching, standing, and filing or handling of records and materials is also required. The Town of Plainfield is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Salary Range $70000.00 -$80000.00 Job City Plainfield Job State CT Job Country