Payroll Specialist

Georgia Department of Revenue•Albany, OR

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About The Position

Albany Technical College seeks a well-qualified, highly motivated Payroll Specialist. Under minimal supervision, the Payroll Specialist reviews payroll data for accuracy and enters payroll transactions and data into the accounting system. The role analyzes periodic reports and reconciles their contents with other records, including health insurance and retirement benefits reports. It also processes payroll voids, adjustments, off-cycle requests, and third-party requests involving employee pay, such as garnishments, levies, bankruptcies, and child support wage assignments. The Payroll Specialist completes routine payroll-related forms, including unemployment certifications, W-2s, W-4s, and stop-payment requests; maintains payroll records; and serves as a liaison between the payroll section and government agencies, consultants, and outside businesses to resolve problems. The incumbent maintains knowledge of current developments in the field through professional development training, workshops, seminars, conferences, and professional literature. A strong background in Excel and proficiency with computer technology are required. The work is typically performed in an office environment, with intermittent sitting or walking in various settings. The schedule may include day or evening work. The position remains open until filled.

Requirements

Associate degree and three years of payroll or related accounting experience; experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.
Strong background in Excel.
Proficiency in the use of computer technology.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
Three years of experience in a payroll setting that included completion of payroll cycle duties.
Extensive payroll experience in a comprehensive or large-scale setting.
Payroll experience with Workday Accounting Systems, preferably.

Responsibilities

Review payroll data for accuracy and enter payroll transactions and data into the accounting system.
Analyze periodic reports and reconcile their contents with other records, including health insurance and retirement benefits reports.
Process payroll voids, adjustments, and other off-cycle requests.
Process and administer third-party requests involving employee pay, including garnishments, levies, bankruptcies, and child support wage assignments.
Complete routine payroll-related forms, such as unemployment certifications, W-2s, W-4s, and stop-payment requests.
Maintain payroll records.
Act as a liaison between the payroll section and government agencies, consultants, and outside businesses to resolve problems.
Maintain knowledge of current trends and developments in the field through training, workshops, seminars, conferences, and professional literature.