Government Jobs
Payroll Specialist
Responsible for preparing the County's bi-weekly and monthly payrolls; verifies, maintains, and monitors the automated timekeeping system; creates payroll deductions for payment; reviews and approves personnel actions; prepares reports associated with payroll expenditures. Work is performed under regular supervision. Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma, supplemented by college-level courses in bookkeeping or accounting, and 4 years of experience in all phases of payroll processing; or any combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Requires personal computer experience (particularly with spreadsheet software) and automated payroll experience. Thorough knowledge of tax deposit rules and regulations. Thorough knowledge of accepted payroll principles and practices. Thorough knowledge of personal computers, and on-line time keeping systems. Thorough knowledge of spreadsheet software. General knowledge of laws governing levies and garnishments. General knowledge of the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. Some knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, particularly those related to payroll processing. Supplemental Information: Maintains sick leave bank participation for accuracy in complying with adopted policy. Performs other related work as required. Physical Demands: Must be physically able to operate a variety of automated office machines which includes a computer, adding machine, fax machine, copier, etc. Work involves some stooping or bending to retrieve files, writing in order to take notes on claims, some carrying of printouts, books, and files, generally weighing no more than 10 lbs, and pushing and pulling drawers open and closed. Work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for periods of time.
Responsible for preparing the County's bi-weekly and monthly payrolls; verifies, maintains, and monitors the automated timekeeping system; creates payroll deductions for payment; reviews and approves personnel actions; prepares reports associated with payroll expenditures. Work is performed under regular supervision. Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma, supplemented by college-level courses in bookkeeping or accounting, and 4 years of experience in all phases of payroll processing; or any combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Requires personal computer experience (particularly with spreadsheet software) and automated payroll experience. Thorough knowledge of tax deposit rules and regulations. Thorough knowledge of accepted payroll principles and practices. Thorough knowledge of personal computers, and on-line time keeping systems. Thorough knowledge of spreadsheet software. General knowledge of laws governing levies and garnishments. General knowledge of the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. Some knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, particularly those related to payroll processing. Supplemental Information: Maintains sick leave bank participation for accuracy in complying with adopted policy. Performs other related work as required. Physical Demands: Must be physically able to operate a variety of automated office machines which includes a computer, adding machine, fax machine, copier, etc. Work involves some stooping or bending to retrieve files, writing in order to take notes on claims, some carrying of printouts, books, and files, generally weighing no more than 10 lbs, and pushing and pulling drawers open and closed. Work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for periods of time.