Payroll Technician

State of Virginia • Roanoke County, VA

35d

About The Position

A. Maintains Payroll System and related payroll reporting: Processes accurately all payroll for the hospital by the deadline to ensure timely certification of semi-monthly and biweekly payrolls with minimal errors. Ensures payroll data is properly coded for accounting purposes. Ensures accuracy of all authorized deductions and that supporting documents exist. Downloads P/R expenditures to Financial System, VEC reporting, rent revenue. Assists the Accounting Manager in resolving reconciling items related to payroll. B. Responsible for the maintenance of the time and attendance system: Responsibilities include but not limited to entering new hires and updating employee information as needed. Reviews and analyzes timecards for accuracy. Interface hours from timekeeping system to Payroll system. Maintains security records for timekeeping system. Keeps Payroll Manager aware of any problems or concerns. C. Maintains health insurance, VSDP, VRS, payroll related quarterly tax reports, and supplemental insurance reconciliations: Acts as payroll liaison with Human Resources. Accurately calculates percent pay due employees on VSDP. Prepares/reconciles monthly insurance transmittals and other employee benefits according to policies and procedures and in a timely manner. Accurately prepares and submits necessary documents for Federal and State Withholding Tax, Unemployment Tax, and ensures such is submitted by the deadlines established by DOA. A. Processes other documents and reports. Maintains records and files: Prepares special reports and projections to assist the Fiscal Officer and management in budget preparation and performs all other duties as assigned with minimal number of errors. Accurately and timely files all job-related documents and reports in an organized and current fashion so information is readily available for internal and external users.

Requirements

• Payroll expenditures comprise nearly 80% of the Hospital operating budget, therefore, the Payroll Technician must exhibit good accounting and computation skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to deal with others in a professional manner.
• Strong working knowledge of automated payroll and automated accounting systems.
• Ability to use personal computers and automated worksheets.
• Knowledge of complex federal and state laws governing payroll.
• Ability to file all required taxation reports.
• Good analytical skills.
• Working knowledge of disability programs.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a government setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains Payroll System and related payroll reporting
• Responsible for the maintenance of the time and attendance system
• Maintains health insurance, VSDP, VRS, payroll related quarterly tax reports, and supplemental insurance reconciliations
• Processes other documents and reports. Maintains records and files

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees