Job description

Must be eligible to sit for the upcoming Payroll Clerk Exam.

3-5 years of municipal payroll processing experience preferred

COMPENSATION: Salary will be commensurate with experience

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs specialized clerical tasks in the preparation of payrolls; does related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: Under supervision, an incumbent of this position performs centralized payroll systems work as part of the automated payroll/personnel system. Supervision is not a function of this position.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative only)

Verifies and inputs payroll deductions, to ensure deductions are as authorized for pensions, health benefits, taxation, deferred compensation, flex plans, loans, direct deposit, etc;

Verifies and inputs changes affecting payrolls, such as promotions, transfers, address changes, new hires, resignations, etc;

Verifies automated payroll records to ensure accuracy with reported time and leave accruals, overtime, etc;

Verifies and responds to inquiries regarding garnishments, child support orders, tax deductions, etc;

Maintains and prepares for storage in both manual and automated formats, all necessary payroll records;

Prepares and process payroll related documents;

Answers inquiries regarding payrolls to authorized persons;

Prepares and generates reports as needed by NY State Retirement System , departments, auditors, and other authorized agents using an automated payroll database and software;

Conducts payroll reconciliation to ensure accuracy of generated checks, appropriate account charges, reporting, problem resolution, etc.;

Examines payroll and budget codes for accuracy;

Verifies, processes and prepares manual checks and lump sum payments as needed and records information into the automated payroll system;

Handles requests for employment verification (NYSERS, mortgages, banks, etc.);

Handles requests for information by employees, Retirement System, IRS, Support Collections, Section 8 Housing, and others.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $67,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• processing payrolls: 3 years (Preferred)
• municipal payroll processing: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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