NEOGOV · 20 hours ago
PAYROLL/PAYABLES SPECIALIST
Jean Oxley Public Service Center, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$63K/yr - $63K/yr
2+ years expLinn County is committed to creating a Customer-Centered Culture, and they are seeking a Payroll/Payables Specialist to support countywide payroll and payables functions. The role emphasizes data accuracy, compliance, and customer service, ensuring timely processing and maintenance of records while coordinating with various departments.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Processes bi-weekly payrolls, including processing payroll authorizations and off-cycle corrections
Ensures accurate entry and maintenance of payroll data including taxes, benefits, garnishments, deferred compensation, banking details, COBRA, and paid time off
Reviews timesheets for accuracy and compliance with County policy and contracts
Coordinates with Human Resources and Risk Management on payroll implications for FMLA, workers compensation, FEMA, etc
Assists departments and employees with payroll systems functionality, including training and troubleshooting
Prepares compliance reports and filings including IPERS, W-2s, COBRA, unemployment, and garnishments
Maintains records for W-2 preparation and audit readiness
Verifies and approves bills, procurement card transactions, and employee expense reports in GovSense for accuracy and policy compliance
Processes ACH and check payments weekly to vendors, election workers, and employees
Reconciles procurement card statements and prepares related journal entries
Manages procurement cards including issuing cards and maintaining card data
Manages vendor records in payables systems, ensures proper W-9 and tax ID validation, and oversees 1099 preparation and submission
Tracks uncashed checks, coordinates vendor follow-up, and prepares resolutions for voiding stale payments
Prepares weekly/monthly reports for the Board of Supervisors, Finance & Budget, Treasurer, and other internal/external stakeholders
Assists departments and employees with payables systems functionality including training and troubleshooting
Monitors budget compliance using LinnTOT and flags discrepancies
Maintains confidentiality of all employee and vendor data
Responds to employee and department inquiries with professionalism and clarity
Compiles, documents, and distributes data for audits, budget reviews, and compliance reporting
Participates in departmental meetings to recommend and document process improvements
Collaborates with other departments (HR, Finance & Budget, IT, Risk Management) to ensure data integrity
Assists in testing and implementing software updates to payables and payroll systems
Contributes to shared platforms and audit documentation
Qualification
Required
Associate degree in accounting or closely related field required
Two (2) to four (4) years of experience in a related field required working with payroll or accounts payable, preferably with a public sector agency
An equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge and skills for this position may be considered
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, short & long term disability, and supplemental life insurance
Iowa Public Employee's Retirement Pension Plan (IPERS)
Wellness program offering credit on insurance premiums to eligible employees
Free on-site fitness centers
100% County paid basic life insurance
12 paid holidays per year
Training & professional development opportunities
Linn County offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, life, long-term disability (LTD) insurance and wellness incentives.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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