Payroll Analyst (CD) - III/Senior

Hanover County Government•Hanover, VA

About The Position

Join Hanover County as an experienced Payroll Analyst, primarily focused on processing accurate and timely payroll for the School Board Office while ensuring compliance with applicable payroll regulations and reporting requirements. The position performs moderately difficult and technical tasks related to timely and accurate payroll operations for the County, School Board, Regional Jail, and Regional Library. Duties include payroll processing, new hire reporting, Virginia Retirement System (VRS) reporting, payroll analysis and reconciliation, and related work as assigned. The position is part of Hanover County's Career Development Program. The Payroll Analyst ladder has four levels: Payroll Analyst I, II, III, and Senior. The Payroll Analyst may report to the Payroll Manager or an Accounting Supervisor and supervises no staff. This is a non-exempt position in an office environment, with minimal physical effort and no identified hazards. A twelve-month probationary period and criminal records check apply.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least three years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training sufficient to demonstrate the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Working knowledge of payroll accounting principles and practices, including applicable federal and state laws, codes, and regulations.
Ability to perform mathematical computations quickly and accurately.
Good oral and written communication skills and ability to maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers.
Ability to work independently and prioritize workload to meet sensitive deadlines.
Experience with financial systems and proficiency with analytical tools and queries.
Pass a criminal records check.

Nice To Haves

Intermediate Accounting Course preferred.
Additional education and experience are required for higher levels on the Career Ladder.

Responsibilities

Review and verify input sources and post payroll-related entries.
Ensure accurate calculation of financial input and adjustments.
Reconcile general ledger accounts associated with payroll processing.
Prepare, process, and reconcile remittances to agencies and third-party vendors for funds withheld from paychecks, including benefits and payroll taxes.
Maintain reconciliation, reporting, and payment of VRS retirement, Hybrid employees, life insurance, and optional life insurance premiums.
Report new hires to the Virginia New Hire Reporting Center.
Prepare withholding tax reports, including W-2s.
Work with Human Resources regarding employee demographic and pay information, benefit deductions, and employee timekeeping.
Enter employee tax withholding and direct deposit information into the payroll system.
Provide general office support and customer service.
Perform related work as assigned.