Payroll Operations Specialist

Payroll Operations Specialist

Process payroll through identified policies and procedures for the Shared Services Center customers, ensuring timely and accurate payment and required withholding is made. The payroll specialist must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment to help identify process improvements and efficiencies in Payroll Operations. This includes contributing, planning, organizing, and processing to ensure all payroll support functions are administered timely and accurately while all audit requirements are met. Ability to work cross-functionally within the department. Remain informed on all payroll projects, Payroll Service Level Agreement, and updates as directed by the Payroll Manager, IRS, and Department of Accounts Payroll Bulletins.

Special Assignments - May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications - Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of Internal Revenue Code, Regulations, and Rulings regarding income subject to inclusion in gross income, withholding, tax deposit, payment, and wage and tax reporting requirements. Comprehensive knowledge of fiscal operations management and accounting. Working knowledge of payroll best practices including compliance, federal, and state regulations. Skills: Retrieving and manipulating data via online access in database files through various software applications. Excellent analytical skills. Excellent communication skills, verbal and written. Excellent interpersonal skills for building relationships with our customers. Intermediate skills in using personal computer applications and Microsoft Office products, including proficiency in Excel. Excellent attention to detail. Excellent mathematical aptitude and numerical skills. Abilities: Ability to work with minimal supervision and be independently accountable for meeting deadlines timely and accurately. Ability to organize and manage workflow to ensure payroll tasks are processed accurately and timely. Ability to deal sensitively with confidential information. Ability to work independently as well as a team member. Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies. Attributes: Willingness and ability to be flexible and to grow professionally as the position changes. Practices ethical behavior and demonstrates and supports SSC values and mission. Remains optimistic and supportive of established procedures while looking for process improvements and efficiencies. Minimum Qualifications: Experience in one or more of the following fields: Payroll, Human Resources, Finance, or Accounting. Intermediate level experience with Microsoft Office, specifically with Excel.

Additional Considerations - Fundamental experience with Internal Revenue Code, Regulations, and Rulings regarding income subject to inclusion in gross income, withholding, tax deposit and payment, and wage and tax reporting requirements. Experience or knowledge of multi-state taxation. Experience in state government or higher education. Experience with healthcare, retirement, or other benefit reconciliations. Experience with Peoplesoft/Oracle systems. Certifications: Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)