Payroll Administrator

Fuyao Glass America Inc•Fountain Inn, SC

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Payroll Administrator is responsible for managing and processing payroll and timekeeping for the district. This role involves maintaining accurate employee records, interpreting and applying payroll regulations, processing various payroll-related transactions, and ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and policies. The administrator will also provide support and training on timekeeping systems and assist with reporting and special projects within the Payroll Department.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen or have the legal right to work in the U.S.
Must pass Federal and Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation background check in accordance with Ohio Administrative Code Section 3301-83-06
Associate degree in an appropriate field and 3 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
3+ years of payroll experience
3+ years of timekeeping system experience
3+ years of Excel experience with knowledge of vlookups and pivot tables
Thorough knowledge of payroll-related laws, regulations, and best practices, preferably in government entities
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, or equivalent applications
Thorough knowledge of timekeeping and payroll best practices
Knowledge of Ohio STRS and SERS programs
Commitment to maintaining the confidentiality of payroll information

Nice To Haves

Business Plus preferred
Timeclock Plus preferred
Bachelor degree preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain employee payroll-related records in the District’s payroll information system and audit payroll information for accuracy.
Read, interpret, administer, and explain rules, regulations, and policies regarding payroll, plan documents and labor agreements to ensure staff members are paid correctly.
Receive and process garnishment requests for employee pay. Complete and return required paperwork; enter corresponding garnishment withholdings into payroll.
Assign taxes to employees based on their assigned work location and home addresses. Update tax assignments based on address changes received from employees as required.
Calculate and enter voluntary deductions for employees based on wage and benefit elections.
Process employee status changes (separations, leaves of absence, etc.) and ensure employees are paid correctly based on their assigned status.
Review, analyze, and process adjustments to leave accruals (vacation, sick, personal time, etc.).
Prepare, post, and review payroll-related general ledger entries. Reconcile benefit withholdings with G/L account balances.
Prepare month-end, quarterly, and annual payroll reports.
Receive payroll questions from employees and managers. Investigate and resolve issues, documenting all actions taken.
Load data into the time and attendance system used standard import templates.
Prepare time and attendance data for processing with the biweekly payroll process. Review time data for errors and apply manual adjustments / corrections as needed.
Provide help and support to time and attendance managers in the administration of timekeeping in the system. Help enter missed punches, update time and attendance assignments, and answer system questions.
Develop and assign work schedules in the timekeeping system for employees in collaboration with schools / departments.
Train district timekeepers and employees in the use of timekeeping system as needed.
Troubleshoot and escalate timekeeping issues with the system vendor as needed.
Prepare responses to notices from government agencies regarding employee tax filings.
Answer questions from employees, third-party vendors, state administrators, and other stakeholders.
Participate in problem-solving and special projects within the Payroll Department.
Use audit software to review payroll transactions; analyze and address any findings.
Assist in the improvement of timekeeping and payroll administration. Provide recommendations regarding payroll policies to Treasury leaders. Streamline processes and introduce paperless procedures when possible.
Help ensure that timekeeping and payroll procedures comply with federal, state, and District requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.