Payroll Specialist 1 (04811)

State of Montana • Helena, MT

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Payroll Specialist 1 position is responsible for providing accurate and concise information to employees, supervisors, other payroll staff, and human resources staff to process, track, and implement payroll related information. Interprets and applies specific terms and conditions of various pay and benefit plans. One of three payroll specialists who process payroll for over 2200 employees in addition to providing guidance and support to additional facility payroll staff and their 800 employees. Regularly responds to inquiries such as union affiliation, bargaining agreements, W-2 and paycheck questions, benefit information, policies, and procedures for DPHHS and the State, Federal laws, as well as a wide variety of other issues that arise during the new hire phase, bi-weekly payroll cycle, employment status changes that relate to pay and departmental and statewide policy and procedural changes. Presents training and informational sessions related to payroll processes and SABHRS Employee & Manager Self Service. Reports directly to the Payroll Supervisor and does not supervise others.

Requirements

• Knowledge of payroll/benefit plans, processes and procedures, including special tax situations.
• Knowledge of basic bookkeeping practices, including reconciliation, balancing, and auditing.
• Ability to be conscientious, double-check and monitor work, and self-evaluate in identifying and resolving technical errors and discrepancies.
• Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality with employee information.
• Associate's Degree in Business, Accounting/Payroll/Bookings, Education, or related field.
• Two years of experience working with payroll, benefits, interpreting policies, and accounting/payroll computer bases systems or related.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Experience with the State of Montana SABHRS Accounting and Human Resources (SABHRS) system and State payroll processes.
• Experience with UKG timeclocks and timekeeping system.

Responsibilities

• Process, track, and implement payroll related information.
• Interpret and apply specific terms and conditions of various pay and benefit plans.
• Process payroll for over 2200 employees.
• Provide guidance and support to additional facility payroll staff and their 800 employees.
• Respond to inquiries regarding union affiliation, bargaining agreements, W-2 and paycheck questions, benefit information, policies, and procedures.
• Address issues related to new hire phase, bi-weekly payroll cycle, employment status changes that relate to pay, and departmental and statewide policy and procedural changes.
• Present training and informational sessions related to payroll processes and SABHRS Employee & Manager Self Service.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage
• Retirement plans
• Paid vacation
• Sick leave
• Holidays
• Work/life balance
• Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree