Payroll Accountant

3 weeks ago


Phoenix, United States Maricopa County Full time

Posting Date

04/12/24

Application Deadline

04/26/24

Pay Range

Full Range: $52,000 - $89,500 annually

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Human Resources

About the Position

Is your career not adding up? Do you enjoy “crunching numbers” and analyzing financial data to help management make informed decisions and manage resources effectively? This is YOUR opportunity to put your accounting and finance knowledge to the test

As a Payroll Accountant, you will assist Human Resources in fulfilling its mission by performing a variety of accounting and financial assignments. Your expertise may be an excellent addition to our team to help us stay on budget

This is an excellent opportunity for those looking for an aspiring career in accounting and finance with Maricopa County.

About Us

With more than 13,000 employees in more than 50 departments, we question the status quo, we challenge old assumptions, WE make government better.

The Human Resources Department is a diverse group of agile and dedicated HR professionals who provide exceptional customer service by exemplifying the motto “Your Partner for Success.” By strategically partnering with County Management, departments, and applicants, HR looks for creative, outside-the-box solutions to the ever-evolving modern-day challenges that governments face in providing quality services to their citizens.

Join us for your next career adventure and explore innovation with Maricopa County Human Resources

Proud to Offer- Work with a greater purpose- Tuition reimbursement- Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options- Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County- Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents- Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave- Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts- Employee discounts for goods and services- Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.29% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1- Learn more at- Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZWe Require- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field- An equivalent combination of related post-secondary education and/or accounting experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis

We Also Value- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel

Job Contributions- Ensure accuracy of payroll funding, reconciling various bank and payroll accounts following standard accounting practices and guidelines- Balance bi-weekly payroll, ensuring proper funding for all automated payments- Calculate overpayments and maintain appropriate records- Reconcile outstanding paychecks each month- Compile, process, and monitor multiple payroll integrations to retirement systems and other vendors- Assist in developing procedures and documenting financial processes to ensure internal financial controls and compliance with established accounting practices and all applicable policies- Review and audit a variety of accounting and financial documents ensuring accuracy- Examine supporting documentation to establish proper authorization and conformance with contracts and other agreements, policies, and appropriate regulations- Extract data, analyze, interpret, and resolve issues- Complete financial year-end closing package schedules- Perform other duties as assigned

Working Conditions- General office environment

Selection ProcedureMust pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.


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