Payroll Accountant

3 weeks ago

Seattle, United States CareerBuilder Full time

Job Summary

Payroll Accountant - We offer a competitive salary, great benefits, and work that matters to our community.

The Organization : The Seattle Housing Authority (SHA) is a growing, innovative, and mission-driven Agency in Lower Queen Anne, Seattle. We are committed to housing equity throughout the city, fostering an inclusive workplace for our 700+ employees. Our focus is expanding housing opportunities, building strong communities, and promoting race and social justice equity.

SHA's talented workforce has made us a nationally recognized leader in housing and development. We embrace diversity and create an environment where employees can thrive. Benefits include competitive pay, flexible work arrangements, learning opportunities, and affinity groups.

At SHA, we value your unique perspective and background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every qualification. Our hiring practices prioritize diversity and equity. Learn more in our diversity policy and equity policy.

The Department
The Finance and Administration Department has five operating groups, and the department oversees the financial stewardship of SHA. Payroll is one division within the Finance & Administration Department. The other divisions are: Budgeting and Financial Analysis, Purchasing and Contract Administration, Risk Management, and Business Services. There are close working relationships across the divisional functions of the Department that are crucial to the effective operations of the Department.

The fundamental charges of Finance and Administration are:

To strengthen the agencys financial position and ability to respond to shifting financial conditions and needs; and
To ensure that SHAs assets and operations are managed in an efficient and cost-effective manner; and,
To support SHAs fundamental mission to provide safe, healthy, and affordable housing to low-income tenants.

The position:
Our Finance Department is seeking to fill a

Payroll Accountant Position . The

Payroll Accountant

reports directly to the Payroll Manager and will under the general direction of the Payroll Manager, analyze and assist with all aspects of the agency-wide annual payroll of approximately $27.4 million for over 775 employees in compliance with all SHA policies and regulatory guidelines. Provide confidential payroll-related customer service and information to internal and external customers. In addition, provide confidential payroll systems analysis, support and maintenance of Kronos Time and Attendance System (TAS). Maintain strict standards of confidentiality for all sensitive information. For additional information on the job, please see the full posting.

How to Apply :
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Answer the Agency-Wide questions. Please note that if this is not your first SHA application, you should still

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Answer the

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The ideal candidate has:
At least two years experience in an automated payroll environment.
Experience using JDE/PeopleSoft HRIS/Payroll, and Kronos Workforce Central systems preferred.
Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration required.
Four additional years of directly relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the required degree.
Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) desirable, but not required.
Valid Washington driver's license with fully insurable driving record.

What will you be doing?
Analyze and assist in processing bi-weekly and special payrolls, assuring compliance with SHA policies and procedures, federal and state laws, and collective bargaining agreements as they relate to payroll administration. Monitor time and attendance system to ensure that all payroll charges are posted to appropriate general ledger accounts, and in accordance with budgeted labor distribution accounts. Respond to payroll-related information requests from internal and external customers.
Provide support for payroll system & Kronos including, but not limited to, researching, and resolving problems, unexpected results, or process flaws; perform scheduled activities; may recommend solutions or alternate methods to meet requirements. Serve as the SHA Payroll lead for the Kronos TAS. Responsible for analyzing and conducting bi-weekly timecards audits to ensure compliance with all applicable policies and regulations.
Develop user procedures, guidelines, and documentation. Train clients on new processes/functionality. Train new system users. Serve as the agency's primary Kronos/payroll trainer by developing and conducting Kronos/payroll training which includes one-on-one new manager trainings, monthly New Employee Orientations, and departmental trainings.
Measure, and continue to improvement service delivery to assist in attaining the unit/program/department initiatives and goals, agency core strategies, and mission through a spirit of service, teamwork, and respect. Work respectfully and courteously with other employees, residents, and the general public. Follow direction and work well under pressure.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

The Location:
SHAs Central Office is located at

101 Elliott Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119

Why Should You Apply?
Competitive salary
Great benefits

We offer medical, dental, vision insurance, and Public Employees' Retirement (PERS).
We also offer generous paid leave and holidays.

Reasonable hours

Opportunity for part-time remote work, depending on position.

Opportunities for additional on-the-job training

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