Payroll Specialist

Job Description:

Payroll Specialist

Description

Job Summary
Performs all functions associated with the preparation, distribution, and reporting of payroll for the City of Bryan’s Fiscal Services Department.
Essential Job Functions

• Processes bi-weekly payroll and prepares a variety of related payroll reports including tax deposits, 941 quarterly filings, and W-2’s and other year-end reports.
• Maintains a variety of files and records related to the City’s payroll system.
• Calculates and transmits correct amounts to payroll bank account, ICMA and TMRS (including TMRS monthly reports).
• Processes child support and prepares accounts payable group for child support checks.
• Pays all payroll taxes and submits appropriate reports in a timely manner.
• Prepares and checks journal entries for payroll, payroll taxes and benefits.
• Enters payroll adjustments and reconciles payroll accounts.
• Researches and resolves payroll issues.
• Answers a variety of payroll related questions from City employees; explains City payroll policies and procedures.
• Provides good customer service in response to the needs of the City employees and outside agencies and individuals.
• Tests new software releases and attends software training.
• Performs related duties as required.
• Responds regularly and promptly to work.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED plus some additional training and/or course work in accounting, finance, business, or office administration.
• Minimum of four (4) years of payroll processing or accounting experience, preferably in the public sector.

Equivalent combinations of education, experience, certification ( FPC and/or CPP ), and training may be considered.

Licenses, Certifications & Special Requirements

• Texas Class C driver’s license with a good driving record as measured by the City’s evaluation system.
• Fundamental Payroll Certification ( FPC ) and/or Certified Payroll Professional ( CPP ) is a plus, but not required.

Salary:

$19.00-$26.00/hour (depending on qualifications)