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Job Title:

Payroll Tech 1

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000000394

Number of Openings:

1

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$33,042.45 - $42,703.38

Job Description:

The State Accounting Office (SAO) provides accounting and financial reporting expertise for the State and is statutorily responsible for statewide financial reporting. The SAO also provides enterprise oversight and management of the State's Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, accounting policy development, financial business process improvement recommendations, and management of the payroll and accounting shared service centers.

Under direct supervision, collects, codes, verifies and processes payroll information and related transactions. Answers questions from customers, government agencies and payroll administration companies. Maintains records and files and provides technical support to assigned area.

Important Notes:

Candidates interested in employment with the SAO must:

Successfully pass a background check, including, criminal background/records check, employment and education verification, employment reference checks, credit evaluation and professional license checks, where applicable

Upon, and throughout, employment, both reside and work in the State of Georgia; and

Have current legal authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. The SAO does not sponsor, or support employment based on non-immigrant visas, now or in the future, including but not limited to H-1B, F1, M1, J1, E2 or any other visa category

Payroll Technician1- (FIT050)

Pay Grade: G

Salary Range: $33,042.45 - $42,703.38

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED and one (1) year of job-relatedexperience.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Enters, processes/records/transmits, and proofs payroll data submitted by various agencies accurately and against firm deadlines

Processes and enters garnishments, levies, and other court ordered payments into payroll panels

Audits job data transactions for accuracy by analyzing Payroll System calculation; researches and applies corrective action with support of higher-level staff as needed

Calculates, verifies, and processes deductions; disburses payments in accordance with established timelines

Reviews, processes, and verify paychecks for new hire and terminated employees and maintains spreadsheets to monitor and code exceptions

Reviews and verifies earnings transactions and maintains spreadsheets to monitor exceptions

Maintains discretion and confidentiality related to all payroll data

Exhibits professional demeanor in all correspondence and interactions with customers, leadership, and team members

Performs general clerical responsibilities related to payroll and administrative-related functions

Contributes to the success of Payroll Shared Services by performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned with a positive attitude and team-oriented spirit

Skills and Competencies

Detail oriented, exhibiting strong organizational, and analytical skills

Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously

Exhibit high level of discretion and confidentiality

Self-motivated, organized and effectively achieves team goals

Team player who works well in a collaborative environment

Strong work ethic with willingness to work against hard deadlines

Motivated to learn and excel for promotional opportunities

Ability to work independently

Required Technical and Professional Expertise:

Experience managing FSCM on ERP Cloud Solutions products such as Workday, Oracle Cloud PeopleSoft Financials, Infor, SAP S4/HANA

Thrive in a diverse, fast-paced environment

Experienced in use of project management tools and methodologies

Working knowledge of Agile methodology and practices

Think critically and analytically and can effectively apply logic to solve problems

Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with others

Excellent analytical, presentation, interpersonal, organizational, and facilitation skills

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and can clearly articulate complex messages and requirements to stakeholders, functional teams, and vendors

Ability to mentor other Project Managers on Project Management methodologies

GA@WORK Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsibility:Training & Reporting

Level of Accountability:Contributor

Training & Support:

Integration w/ Standard Duties:

Role-Specific Additions:

Additional Information:

Please complete all sections of the application. A resume does not substitute for a complete work experience section.

All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This posting may close at any time prior to the published closing date once a suitable applicant pool is identified.

The State Accounting Office is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

The State Accounting Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma/GED and one (1) year of job-related experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.