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Virginia Department of Transportation · 4 hours ago

03285 - Payroll Spec

positionCulpeper, VA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid Level

The Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking a Payroll Specialist to support district accounting functions. The role involves managing payroll reconciliations, ensuring compliance with payroll regulations, and assisting employees with payroll-related issues.

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Responsibilities

Support district accounting functions by managing VSDP, workers compensation, payroll reconciliations, time entry and leave, as well as other accounting functions and projects as assigned
Ensure accurate payment to employees while in compliance with payroll regulations, policies and procedures
Explain and advise users on policies and practices related to these areas
Maintain confidentiality of personal and sensitive data at all times
Assist with other accounting or section activities as needed
Manage programmatic issues related to district VSDP, workers compensation, payroll reconciliations, time entry and leave
Update online payroll guides and assist employees with payroll related issues
Assist with automated financial systems training
Work with HR each pay period to receive all documentation for payroll processing
Enter payroll data into CIPPS and process payroll changes, VSDP, workers compensation and special pays
Prepare reports related to payroll expenditures, deductions, withholdings, and totals by pay period per month
Reconcile payroll deductions to CIPPS
Perform pre-audit of Hourly Payroll
Maintain payroll records and files for internal use and audit purposes

Qualification

Payroll processingGAAP knowledgeAutomated financial systemsStateFederal lawsData analysisCPACPP certificationMulti-taskingCommunication skillsConfidentialityOrganizational skillsAttention to detail

Required

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse audiences
Ability to maintain confidentiality of personal and sensitive information
Ability to prioritize and organize work effectively
Ability to research, reconcile, analyze, and evaluate data
Ability to work independently, multi-task, work well under deadlines, and pay attention to detail
Considerable knowledge of state, federal laws and regulations governing payroll activities
Experience with payroll processing, general ledger and accounts reconciliation
Skill in the use of computers, software applications to include automated financial and payroll systems
Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) to include cost accounting and internal controls

Preferred

A combination of training, experience, or education in Accounting, Business, or related field desired
CPA or CPP certification
Experience developing and delivering fiscal training or guidance
Experience processing payroll for 500 or more employees
Experience using automated financial systems
Public sector accounting experience

Company

Virginia Department of Transportation

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The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is responsible for building, maintaining and operating the state's roads, bridges and tunnels.
dateFounded in 1875
location
Hampton, Virginia, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
web-link
https://www.mrc.virginia.gov/

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$1.9M
Key Investors
U.S. Department of Agriculture
2022-02-16Grant· $1.9M

Leadership Team

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Laura Farmer
Chief Financial Officer
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Edward Cooper
Deputy Chief Information Officer
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