Job Description

Posting number: 03015

Department: Human Resources (HR)

Job classification: Payroll Administrator

Posting type: Public Posting

Categories: Office and Administrative Support, Payroll/Benefits Administration

Summary

Administers technical activities for the department including but not limited to. preparation of County payroll, financial, and statistical reporting; responds to payroll-related questions, requirements, and inquiries; assists Payroll Manager in completing payroll cycle; provides assistance and trains Department staff as necessary; serves as a backup to Payroll Manager.

Examples of duties

• Independently reviews and evaluates the accuracy of payroll data received from Payroll Clerks and Departments; provides alternatives and corrections to inaccurate information.
• Assists Payroll Manager in completing the payroll cycle, including but not limited to, auditing and approving final pay calculations and related activities within the County payroll system; producing County paychecks and transmits payroll related direct deposit payments; reconciling monthly withholdings of Federal, State, and Social Security Taxes; assists in processing required quarterly tax reporting.
• Acts as Subject Matter Expert on compliance, projects, and technical guidance for payroll-related items
• Oversees and assigns the processing of employee payroll changes, including but not limited to, Personnel Action Forms, W4s, direct deposit authorizations, garnishments, and withholdings.
• Coaches, trains, and provides service, technical guidance, and assistance to Payroll Clerks, less experienced staff, and Departments; acts as liaison to outside departments on behalf of the Payroll Division.
• Explains payroll calculations and/or requirements as necessary to payroll customers.
• Assists Payroll Manager with all duties as appropriate or necessary.
• Processes duplicate W-2 requests.
• Stays abreast of the complete payroll process, all deadlines, and due dates.
• Acts as backup to the Payroll Manager.
• Assists with miscellaneous general ledger, finance, and budget items within the financial system.
• Possess excellent oral and written skills to communicate effectively.
• Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job.

Qualifications

OPTION #1 - Masters Degree:

• Masters Degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field AND 3+ years of recent, progressive payroll processing experience

OPTION #2 - Bachelor's Degree:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field AND 5+ years of recent, progressive payroll processing experience

OPTION #3 - Associate's Degree:

• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field AND 7+ years of recent, progressive payroll processing experience

OPTION #4 - High School Diploma/GED:

• High School Diploma / GED equivalency AND 9+ years of recent, progressive payroll processing experience

SPECIAL:

• Recent experience working within the Workday system; particularly as it relates to timekeeping, payroll, time off requests, etc. strongly preferred

NOTE: Any acceptable combination of related education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, abilities, and skills may be considered a substitution.

*** Must successfully pass background check

Supplemental information

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• Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full-time employees
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual
• Remote & Hybrid working opportunities
• County Retirement Program
• Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership
• Truly inclusive and diverse environment
• Fitness Center (Historic Pueblo Courthouse Building)
• May be eligible for up to 12-weeks Paid Parental Leave Benefits (full-time employees)