Payroll Administrator

Payroll Administrator Hourly Pay: $22.55

Schedule:

Days: Monday - Friday

Hours: 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Definition:

Under basic supervision, performs experienced specialized accounting duties in creating and maintaining City payroll records, and performing other clerical payroll functions; assists employees with payroll questions, and generates government agency reports within scope of authority and training.

Essential Functions:

(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may vary among positions, but may include the following tasks, knowledge, abilities, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and not intended to be a comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions in the classification.)

Tasks:

* Enters information on City employees into the payroll accounting system, generates reports, and performs other clerical payroll functions, according to Finance Department policies and procedures.
* Maintains and updates payroll and attendance files, and records changes in employee pay and tax status.
* Provides payroll information to employees and government agencies as authorized; responds to requests for information, and attempts to resolve them by researching files and records within the scope of authority and training; refers confidential and policy issues to supervisor for resolution.
* Supports the relationship between the City of Artesia and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
* Coordinates with the HR Generalist for verification of deductions and plan selections.

Knowledge, Abilities, Skills and Other Characteristics:

* City policies and procedures.
* Public sector accounting, records management, and payroll principles, policies, rules, and procedures.
* Business and personal computers, MS Office, and financial spreadsheet software applications.

Qualifications:

* High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND three years of public sector payroll accounting experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Physical Functions:

* Work is performed in a standard office environment.

Working Conditions:

* Indoor temperature is controlled to maintain comfortable work environment year round.
* Floor has short pile carpet over concrete without padding.

Equipment, Tools, and Materials:

* Telephone
* Computer terminal
* Computer keyboard
* Computer printer
* Typewriter
* Photocopy machine
* Fax machine
* Calculator/adding machine.
* Various forms
* Wide variety of paperwork
* Writing utensilsVarious office supplies.