Clerk I / Payroll

Manatee County Clerk of Circuit Court & Comptroller•Bradenton, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manatee Clerk Payroll division provides payroll services to the staff of Manatee County Board of County Commissioners, SeaPort Manatee, Metropolitan Planning Organization, Supervisor of Elections and Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller. The Clerk I/Payroll position is a full-time, non-supervisory position reporting to the Payroll Supervisor.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
One year of recent and relevant payroll experience preferred that demonstrates the ability to apply acute attention to detail in maintenance of detailed data, preferably in an automated systems environment
Basic mathematical aptitude and proficiency with ten key data entry are required
Computer literacy which includes, but is not limited to, proficiency in Microsoft Windows suite
Thinking critically; defined as reading, understanding and taking appropriate action on detailed and complex information
Sitting for prolonged periods of time
Repetitive actions/motion of one or both hands
Hearing ordinary conversation and office sounds
Verbal communication in person and on the phone
Written communication by hand and on PC
Ability to lift 25 pounds

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Excel preferred

Responsibilities

Provides excellent customer service to all in person, in email and over the phone; is approachable, helpful and personable; and answers questions knowledgeably and with patience
Initiates and maintains a complete and accurate record, using the financial and scanning software system and established division procedures
Complies with the payroll polices of the Board of County Commissioner (BCC), Clerk of the Circuit Court (Clerk), Port Manatee (Port), Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and Supervisor of Elections (SOE)
Learning and gaining working knowledge of the Payroll Division, including producing the payroll for Clerk, BCC, MPO, Port, SOE poll workers, following State & Federal rules and regulations governing payroll processing, tax and reporting requirements.
Manages tasks and work flow to meet deadlines
Utilizes current timekeeping, payroll management and imaging software to fulfill payroll functions
Prepares and submits required payroll reports
Participates in division cross training initiatives to acquire knowledge and skill sets to support efficient functioning of the assigned division work
Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job
Overtime may be necessary at times