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NEOGOV · 3 hours ago

Payroll Analyst I-II

Countywide, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$67K/yr - $91K/yr

4+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Payroll Analyst I-II to maintain and process payroll records for Inyo County, Special Districts, and the Courts. This role requires independent judgment in performing complex payroll functions and providing reports to assist in employee negotiations and budget projections.

GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Compiles and maintains the County’s payroll and associated employee records for Inyo County, Special Districts and the Courts

Performs research using Federal, State and County laws, rules and regulations to resolve issues and questions

Audits, corrects and approves all payroll transaction documents before posting

Processes all retroactive pay and special payrolls

Responsible for payment of payroll deductions, wage assignments, payroll taxes for the County and Special Districts

Prepares payroll tax reports and maintains year-to-date control figures for preparation of W-2 forms and other year-end reports

Prepares and reviews memoranda and correspondence concerning payroll records requested by County departments, employees, Internal Revenue Service, Employment Development Department, Department of Labor, County Courts and other agencies

Provides payroll clerks in other departments with procedures, calendars, guidelines and directives needed to accomplish payroll functions

Under the direction of the Auditor, acts as liaison with Human Resources and Information Services staff on matters of personnel administration, coordination and maintenance of the County’s payroll-personnel system

Maintains accurate and up-to-date listings of all check corrections, canceled checks and refunds

Maintains all payroll files

Maintains security and confidentiality of payroll records of all current and former County employees

Processes direct deposits

Withholds and distributes voluntary deductions

Interprets Memorandums of Understanding and other policies that affect payroll

Effectively organizes workflow and establishes priorities to meet deadlines

Performs miscellaneous payroll functions plus clerical and accounting work as required

Qualification

Payroll processingFinancial record keepingAccounting principlesRegulatory complianceAnalytical skillsComputer applicationsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsConfidentiality

Required

High school graduate or equivalent

Four years of increasingly responsible financial record keeping and analytical work experience with a strong accounting background

Prior payroll experience with a governmental entity is preferred

High school graduate or equivalent

Four years of increasingly responsible financial record keeping and analytical work experience including one year performing the duties of a Payroll Analyst I with Inyo County or equivalent with another government agency

Five years of increasingly responsible experience in financial recordkeeping and analytical work experience

Principles, practices, regulations and procedures related to the preparation and processing of payroll and benefit administration

Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes, regulations and policies pertaining to payroll and personnel

Principles and practices of bookkeeping, accounting, financial record keeping and reporting

Office procedures, methods and equipment

Computer applications and techniques

Interpret and apply County policies, procedures, State and Federal laws and regulations relating to payroll accounting and benefit administration

Tactfully and clearly explain a wide variety of payroll and benefit procedures and policies to County personnel

Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with County staff, representatives of outside agencies and the general public

Make mathematical computations quickly and accurately

Prepare, clear, concise, and accurate records and reports

Meet timelines and schedules

Identify and handle confidential information

Operate all forms of office equipment

Utilize various software programs relevant to the position

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

Physical ability to sit for prolonged periods of time, stand, twist, lift, and carry up to 25 pounds

Climb and descend stairs

Frequent telephone use

May be required to drive a motor vehicle in the course of employment and must possess a valid operator's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles

Must successfully complete a pre-employment background investigation

Your position may be required to serve as a Disaster Service Worker during a County emergency