Assistant Payroll Specialist

City of Hopewell • City of Hopewell, VA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Assist Payroll Administrator with the duties associated with payroll and payroll processing.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• At least one year payroll processing, accounting, or related experience preferred
• At least two years of experience working in an office environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook or related software
• Knowledge of Quarterly and Annual Reporting of Payroll Taxes and W-2’s
• Knowledge of Garnishments, Child Support Orders, and Tax Liens
• Knowledge of Reporting Requirements of the Virginia Retirement System
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently
• Strong time-management and multitasking skills
• Ability to deal with all levels of the organization
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to protect the confidentiality of all payroll information

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll and other types of payrolls in a timely manner
• Handle end-to-end payroll processing
• Calculate complex deductions
• Adhere to federal, state and local tax laws
• Handle garnishments
• Generate reports
• Assist departments/employees with payroll questions and issues
• Other duties as required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED