Garfield County Govt., CO · 1 day ago
Payroll Administrator
Glenwood Springs, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$75K/yr - $109K/yrGarfield County Govt. is seeking a Payroll Administrator to coordinate daily payroll activities under the direction of the Finance Director. The role involves overseeing bi-weekly payroll processing, auditing time and attendance, maintaining compliance with regulations, and collaborating with Human Resources to ensure accurate pay for employees.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Oversees and processes bi-weekly payroll in accordance with County, State, and Federal regulations for multiple payrolls
Plans, assigns, and reviews work in the payroll function area
Functional area duties include the preparation and review of accounting transactions and documents
Responsible for the accurate filing of payroll tax reports and payments
Performs and oversees the necessary calculations and documentation for adjustments, corrections, and overpayments
Ensures employee payroll records are in compliance with state and federal regulations
Ensures quality of work in the payroll function
Anticipates issues, performs complex research, and works to resolve and troubleshoot complex payroll problems
Perform quarterly and monthly reviews and reconciliations of assigned accounts including all payroll liability accounts
Maintains knowledge of current payroll and accounting principles and implements new or revised policies and procedures in order to comply with legal and accounting regulations
Provides technical payroll related expertise in support of the County’s payroll system and time and attendance system
Implements updates, recommends improvements, and is responsible for assisting with systems issue resolution between payroll and other functional areas
Conducts regular audits of payroll systems and related activities to ensure compliance on the use of the County’s time and attendance applications and suggests recommendations for corrective actions
Performs accounting functions as assigned
Reviews and approves payables, reconciles accounts, prepares/processes journal entries, and prepares accounting schedules
Accurately codes and completes data entry
Prepares cost, budget, and/or management analysis
Prepare, submit, review, and analyze accounting and payroll reports, reconciliations, statements, and work papers
Reviews and verified year-end accruals as assigned
Act as administrative liaison between the Human Resources department, the Sheriff’s office, and all other departments and offices within the County
Assist with the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
Leads and assists with special projects as assigned
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Under the direction of the Finance Director, coordinates the daily activities of the payroll function to include bi-weekly payroll processing and auditing of time and attendance for accuracy
Is responsible for training, assigning and reviewing work, supporting staff, identifying training needs, and participating in the evaluation process
Maintains payroll work calendar and reporting of payroll withholdings
Partners and collaborates with Human Resource functions to deliver timely and accurate pay for Garfield County employees
Oversees and processes bi-weekly payroll in accordance with County, State, and Federal regulations for multiple payrolls
Plans, assigns, and reviews work in the payroll function area
Responsible for the accurate filing of payroll tax reports and payments
Performs and oversees the necessary calculations and documentation for adjustments, corrections, and overpayments
Ensures employee payroll records are in compliance with state and federal regulations
Ensures quality of work in the payroll function
Anticipates issues, performs complex research, and works to resolve and troubleshoot complex payroll problems
Perform quarterly and monthly reviews and reconciliations of assigned accounts including all payroll liability accounts
Maintains knowledge of current payroll and accounting principles and implements new or revised policies and procedures in order to comply with legal and accounting regulations
Provides technical payroll related expertise in support of the County's payroll system and time and attendance system
Implements updates, recommends improvements, and is responsible for assisting with systems issue resolution between payroll and other functional areas
Conducts regular audits of payroll systems and related activities to ensure compliance on the use of the County's time and attendance applications and suggests recommendations for corrective actions
Performs accounting functions as assigned
Reviews and approves payables, reconciles accounts, prepares/processes journal entries, and prepares accounting schedules
Accurately codes and completes data entry
Prepares cost, budget, and/or management analysis
Prepare, submit, review, and analyze accounting and payroll reports, reconciliations, statements, and work papers
Reviews and verified year-end accruals as assigned
Act as administrative liaison between the Human Resources department, the Sheriff's office, and all other departments and offices within the County
Assist with the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
Leads and assists with special projects as assigned
A commitment to the mission of providing exceptional services to the citizens of Garfield County
A commitment to providing exceptional service to all customers (internal & external), which includes being helpful, professional, courteous, and taking the time to understand customer's needs
Is a good steward of public resources and looks for ways to be innovative and improve efficiency
Able to work together with a diverse group of people towards a shared goal, while considering the needs of others
Ability to utilize the technology required of the position and demonstrates a willingness to learn new technologies as required to assist the County in providing exceptional services, innovation, and work efficiencies
Proficient in communication, and able to communicate using the English language, including written, verbal, or other communication channels as required by the position
Can translate complex technical concepts to nontechnical users
Is knowledgeable and proficient in leadership practices, and works to manage conflict, ensure accountability, and make sound decisions
Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism while performing essential job functions
Able to consider the best approach and investigate alternatives
Knowledge in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Uniform Grant Guidance
Ability to use a variety of mathematical techniques to solve accounting and budgeting problems, and apply advanced math concepts and calculations, balance and reconcile records, and resolve discrepancies
Knowledge of practices and procedures specific to finance and governmental accounting principles, including fiscal and budgetary management and tracking
Benefits
Medical, Vision, Dental
Disability & Life Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Vacation & Sick Time
Employee Wellness Programs
Employee Gyms
Company
Garfield County Govt., CO
Established February 10, 1883 in west central Colorado Area: 2,958 square miles / 1,893,120 acres Industries: energy development, tourism, ranching, farming Federally owned public lands About 60% of all Garfield County lands are federally owned Bureau of Land Management: 615,973 Acres U.S.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase