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Form of workJob Title: Payroll Technician
Department: Finance & Corporate Services
Pay Grade: 211
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
JOB SUMMARY
The Payroll Technician is responsible for processing payroll and performing all related accounting duties for the Town of Mount Pleasant.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
To deliver superior performance in a manner that is distinctive and impactful to each person served and that establishes a standard for quality that endures for generations.
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Department: Finance & Corporate Services
Pay Grade: 211
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
JOB SUMMARY
The Payroll Technician is responsible for processing payroll and performing all related accounting duties for the Town of Mount Pleasant.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Processes bi-weekly payroll to include posting payroll checks, employer's contributions, and fringe benefits to the general ledger.
- Processes monthly incentive payments such as: Map, Longevity, Wellness Points and Safety Awards.
- Imports and exports payroll files.
- Solves issues that develop in the Town's payroll system.
- Communicates with human resources on pay changes, omissions, etc., in preparation for payroll processing.
- Reviews human resources changes entered for accuracy.
- Calculates retro, split and incentive pay as needed.
- Reviews direct deposit transmissions.
- Ensures all timesheet downloads from each department are accurate prior to processing payroll.
- Prepares and submits all payroll taxes electronically.
- Process and mail payroll related accounts payable checks including levies, family court, and various vendors with proper backup.
- Prepares payroll reports for submission to include: Form 941, South Carolina Withholding, SCRS, SESC, DOL and SSA.
- Prepares W-2's and related returns and reports.
- Verifies vehicle use and third-party sick pay is included on W-2's as applicable.
- Maintains Excel spreadsheets for monthly, quarterly and yearly payroll reconciliations.
- Reconciles payroll accounts and all related general ledger accounts.
- Maintains supporting documents in an orderly and secure manner.
- Creates and maintains payroll related schedules/deadlines.
- Assists the Payroll Manager in preparing payroll related items for the annual Worker's Comp Audit.
- Acts as primary contact for the Town's timekeeping system's help desk.
- Assists Town employees with payroll software questions.
- Assists in special projects as needed.
- Performs other related assigned duties.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:
- Associate degree in business, accounting or closely related field with three (3) years of related work experience.
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Preferred Bachelor's degree in Accounting or relevant accounting coursework.
- Preferred Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of office procedures, office software and machines;
- Knowledge of payroll software, timekeeping software and accounting techniques;
- Knowledge of IRS reporting, associated rules and regulations;
- Skill in data processing;
- Skill in the use of personal computers and office software including word processing, database, internet and spreadsheet applications;
- Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing;
- Ability to maintain confidential information;
- Ability to manage and organize tasks and records in a detailed and effective manner;
- Ability to meet and deal effectively and appropriately with Town employees, officials and the public in a professional manner;
- Ability to complete work under pressure in accordance with work deadlines.
To deliver superior performance in a manner that is distinctive and impactful to each person served and that establishes a standard for quality that endures for generations.
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- Pay Type Hourly
- Min Hiring Rate $23.92
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