Payroll Technician 1

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 Technician 1 - (FIT050)

Pay Grade: G

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

Minimum Qualifications:

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

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

View email address on click.appcast.io 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


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