PAYROLL/ACCOUNT SPECIALIST

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum:

High school diploma or GED. Work experience in related field. Skill in calculating numbers rapidly and accurately, mathematics, and bookkeeping processes. Ability to work within established timelines and meet reporting schedules and deadlines.

Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word applications. Experience with Microsoft Outlook or similar email software. Able to operate a computer, multifunction printer, copier, fax machine, and scanner. Proficient in utilizing payroll and time & attendance software. Must have good writing skills.

Ability to collate, organize, track, file, report, store, and retrieve a large volume of payroll information manually and electronically utilizing spreadsheet, word processing, payroll, and financial software applications. Ability to understand and accurately implement Board payroll policies and procedures, continuously update payroll processing and procedures manuals, and apply current bargaining unit agreement criteria to payroll calculations (including compensation and deductions).

Ability to provide payroll and attendance data analysis and reports for administrative review.

Must have a valid Ohio driver’s license. Must have an insured personal vehicle for use while on agency business. Must have a history of satisfactory job performance. Must have a record of reliable attendance. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Must be able to meet all requirements and obtain all certificates required to perform the job or any aspect of the job, and to access funding for performance of any aspect of the job.

Preferred:

Associates degree or extensive coursework in related field with associated work experience.

Payroll processing knowledge and work experience.

Advanced report generation and data management skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare and maintain agency payroll. Provide and facilitate all related documentation for subsidiary financial records, including wage information, time and attendance data, cost allocations, and associated benefit and deductions impacting payroll processing (Medicare, taxes, medical and supplemental insurance deductions, garnishments etc.)

Communicate with County Payroll Administration and Board staff to obtain necessary information to accurately complete the bi-weekly payroll process per established deadlines.

Responsible to organize, classify, and enter information and data accurately. Enter bi-weekly payroll information into the County Auditor’s payroll and agency payroll systems. Compile data necessary for reports as requested.

Write clear and concise procedures covering all aspects of payroll processing; in so doing, operationalize all related policies and provisions in a manner that will ensure ongoing compliance. Promptly update payroll procedures, when indicated.

Communicate in a pleasant and professional manner with County personnel and agency staff.

HOURS:

Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm; flexible as needed to meet payroll processing requirements. Weekends/holidays/program closing days as required.

SALARY:

Level 5 (Confidential Contract)

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This agency supports the full intent and goals of Equal Employment Opportunities and insures that all employees and applicants will be afforded equal opportunities for appointment, promotion, training, career advancement and recognition without regard to mental handicap, physical handicap, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age or political affiliation.

R. December 2021