What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Specialist position at City of Norfolk, VA?
Description
Norfolk, Virginia is America's most authentic and urban waterfront city. Home to the world's largest naval station and the business, arts, and cultural center of Coastal Virginia, Norfolk has been rated a top place to live, work, play, and raise a family by numerous publications. Working for the City of Norfolk is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others. With our commitment to competitive pay and a strong retirement package, you can do good for your community and do well for yourself. Join a caring workplace that proudly celebrates uniqueness, authenticity, and a shared commitment to improving the lives of our residents.
The Payroll Specialist assists in the management and coordination of payroll functions for city employees. In addition, complies with Federal and state payroll regulations and related accounting, reporting, and remittance requirements. The Payroll Specialist processes all garnishments, bankruptcies, child support payments, and IRS, state, and property taxes. Lastly, the position processes pay line adjustments and assists in basic administrative duties.
Essential Functions
- Assists processing bi-weekly and monthly payrolls for 5,000 employees.
- Administers and processes garnishments and other income withholding orders in accordance with federal, state and city regulations.
- Assists with time and labor timesheet corrections, leave corrections and other payroll related corrections.
- Communicates effectively, provides guidance, and resolves payroll related issues and questions from departmental personnel and employees.
- Assists with testing and validating new payroll system enhancements and functions as required.
- Audits and analyzes payroll data; assists with manual payroll calculations; demonstrates strong numeracy skills.
- Assists with entering special pays such as bonuses, employee reimbursements and underpayments.
- Demonstrates ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
Education/Experience
Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. Knowledge is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a bachelor's degree or equivalent.
Required:
- Three (3) years of experience payroll work in a large organization.
- Two (2) years of experience utilizing the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with such positions as Payroll Specialist.
- One (1) year of equivalent work experience may be substituted for each required year of post-high school education. Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements.
Additional Information & Requirements
- Functional Payroll Certificate (FPC) Certified Payroll Processional (CPP) preferred.
Signing Bonus: This position is eligible for a $5,000 signing bonus.
