USAJOBS · 2 months ago
Civilian Pay Technician
Millington, Tennessee, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$65K/yr - $75K/yr
2+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a Civilian Pay Technician to join the Nonappropriated Fund Human Resources Branch at Millington, TN. The role involves validating and processing payroll adjustments, maintaining payroll systems, and providing support and training to payroll personnel.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Validates and processes all payroll adjustments for corrections to employee pay
Performs necessary maintenance to the Automated Data Processing (ADP)/Systems Applications Products (SAP) systems, downloading and processing necessary files to update the systems, and interfaces payroll data to SAP
Works with SAPHR/Kronos staff to correct Kronos discrepancies
Coordinates region data calls for payroll related information
Creates custom payroll reports for HQ and Regions
Provides training to field payroll personnel and assist visits to regions as requested
Creates SOPs for the use in training or explanation on processes for auditors
Analyzes processes for efficiency and streamlines them for increased productivity
Collaborates with personnel outside of payroll to more clearly understand how to find solutions to issues and introduce new ideas
Keeps up with changes in Federal and state payroll laws to determine if they apply to current processes or policies. Knowledge of frequently changing garnishment and labor laws
File quarterly amendments with ADP when required
Tracks and resolves issues utilizing ADP smart compliance system
Creates ADP authorizations and ID problem solving
Processes ADP W2 reporting and determine W2c needs
Works with state and Federal agencies to determine correctness of penalties and fines relating to payroll issues and recommends accurate solutions
Provides support within the N941 organization which includes:
Performs clerical and technical work that results in the bi-weekly determination of pay for civilian employees
Examines personnel actions, pay changes, and employee requests
Makes changes to master records which serve as a basis for pay and leave computation and affects the disbursement of pay
Responds to requests from and provides advice to CNIC personnel on rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to pay
Assists the Payroll Supervisor in developing and implementing efficiencies in the payroll process by reviewing all processes and modifying as needed to eliminate redundancy or unnecessary procedures
Communicates with HQ and field payroll/accounting personnel, and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and ADP personnel to address/resolve payroll related questions/issues
Analyzes and suggests updates to Kronos timekeeping systems/reports to verify hours paid
Qualification
Required
At least two years of specialized experience implementing accounting and financial policies, methods, and procedures as related to payroll transactions
Knowledge of the basic principles of accounting and financial policies, methods, and procedures as related to payroll transactions
Knowledge of import/export functions and ability to transport files from one system to another using available import/export functions
Skill in preparing General Journal entries as related to payroll transactions
Extensive skill and knowledge of SAP, Kronos timekeeping system, and SAP/ADP payroll systems
Knowledge of all areas of payroll and the various techniques and procedures necessary to execute pay to employees supporting multiple pay scales utilized by regions
Knowledge in the use of automated accounting systems
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
Ability to examine personnel actions/pay changes to determine accuracy and/or recognize issues which must be addressed/resolved
Ability to perform general ledger reconciliations to assist in creation of transfers and necessary payroll liability account adjustments
Ability to provide customers with advice and assistance related to work performed as needed
Ability to communicate gross to net process and explain post tax vs pre-tax and how it relates to reportable taxable wages
Ability to perform gross up calculations when necessary
Ability to prepare clear, concise, and technically sound reports
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Comprehensive knowledge of both private sector and public sector laws and regulations and how or if they apply to current processes and policies
Expert knowledge of ADP smart tax compliance, issue resolution and tracking
Knowledge of 1099 vs W2 reporting and taxation of both
Knowledge of payment creation after death, reporting and tax requirements for beneficiaries
Knowledge of 941 and 941x FEIN reports
Knowledge of fiscal vs annual and quarterly cut offs and how they affect required reporting or adjustments
Benefits
Relocation expenses reimbursed: Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Company
USAJOBS
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