Finance Specialist - A/B (Payroll)

NYCSCA•Queens, KY

34d

About The Position

Build your career while building NYC schools! The Fiscal Services Division is responsible for developing, planning and monitoring the SCA’s operating budget, creating and monitoring project budgets for all projects, preparation of year-end financial reports and management of banking relationships as well as processing all payments. Fiscal Services also provides financial reports to OMB which are used to support City bond sales and submits project data to the State Education Department that allows NYC to receive building aid funding. Job Description Summary The Finance Specialist reports to the payroll supervisor and is responsible for performing tasks in the areas of payroll and timekeeping.

Requirements

Baccalaureate Accounting, Finance, or related field
Finance Specialist – A: One year of full-time experience in payroll and timekeeping related area
Finance Specialist – B: Two years of full-time experience in accounting, payroll, timekeeping, or budget related area; OR A satisfactory combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Proven experience in a payroll position required
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of tax and wage laws
Strong computer literacy including proficiency in MS Office applications
Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

Maintain and process payroll/timekeeping records and changes such as salary changes, job changes, deduction changes, new hires and terminations
Performs calculation such as wage computation, overtime payment, other earnings and deductions
Prepares payroll reconciliation such as earnings, deductions and taxes
Prepares and distribute payroll reports to external organizations/agencies
Reconciles data discrepancies between internal and external payroll records
Monitor employee timesheets for timely and accurate submission and compliance with policy.
Review internal financial systems, databases, and/or documents for accuracy and completeness of financial records and balances
Provides customer service to internal and external constituents
Reviews payroll and timekeeping documents prepared by junior team member
Perform audits and participate in special projects as needed
Assists in filing and archiving payroll documents

Benefits

Medical (100% employer paid for basic coverage available)
Prescription Drug Options
Dental & Vision Coverage
NYC Qualified Pension Plan (QPP)
Optional Retirement Savings Plans including 401K, 457 and IRA options
Transit Check Program
Public Loan Forgiveness Program
Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits
tuition reimbursement for continued education that is directly related to your current role
access to a broad range of individual and organizational training opportunities
Trainings on leadership development, technical skill-building, compliance, personal and professional growth