Payroll Accountant (Internal Only)

Ysleta Independent School District•El Paso, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Payroll Accountant prepares assigned district payrolls and supervises payroll clerks. The role includes administration of garnishments, analysis of time and attendance reports, payroll system interfaces, tax deposit transmission, payroll corrections, and analysis supporting payroll runs. The position also assists with Teacher Retirement System of Texas reporting, quarterly and annual tax reporting, W-2 preparation, system upgrades, staff training, and special projects. The employee must comply with applicable federal and state laws and district policies, procedures, and regulations. Attendance at the work site is required to perform the essential functions of the job. The Payroll Accountant works cooperatively with Human Capital Management, Risk Management, Accounting, and Business Information Systems personnel, and serves as a resource to district staff on paycheck questions and payroll policies. Other duties include professional development, following safety procedures, supporting district and department goals, and maintaining professional ethics. This position is listed as Administrative Level 306.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting and three years of experience in payroll, accounting, auditing, or a related field; alternatively, a bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field, 12 accounting credit hours, and five years of experience in payroll, accounting, auditing, or a related field.
Expertise with Microsoft Office products, including Excel.
Familiarity with Human Resources Management Systems (HRMS) and time and attendance software.
Strong organizational, analytical, verbal communication, and written communication skills.
Problem-solving ability, attention to detail, customer service skills, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress and with frequent interruptions.
Texas or New Mexico driver's license, insurability by the district auto liability insurance carrier, and compliance with the district drug and alcohol testing policy and regulation.

Nice To Haves

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC).

Responsibilities

Prepare assigned district payrolls, including monthly and biweekly payrolls, and supervise payroll clerks assigned to processing.
Ensure payroll system interfaces are accurate; administer garnishments; calculate contract adjustments related to leaves of absence; and analyze information supporting completion of pay runs.
Develop custom reports to extract financial data from payroll systems.
Assist in developing and delivering payroll training procedures to district staff.
Assist with testing report development and analysis, system upgrades, and interfaces in cooperation with the Business Information Systems department.
Help prepare and maintain current written payroll accounting procedures and policies.
Assist in developing and implementing controls for accurate computer input and output, and oversee payroll corrections and adjustments.
Coordinate with Human Capital Management, Risk Management, and Accounting personnel to produce timely and accurate payrolls.
Respond to principals, directors, and district personnel with paycheck questions and inquiries about district policies.
Assist the supervisor with internal and external auditor inquiries.
Follow federal, state, and district payroll policies and regulations.
Assist with correspondence involving the IRS, Texas Attorney General, and other garnishment agencies.
Assist with quarterly and annual tax reporting, including related payroll reporting and W-2 preparation.
Assist with special projects as required.
Participate in required professional development, follow established safety procedures, support district and department goals, maintain professional ethics, and perform other duties as assigned.