Accountant - Payroll

Accountant-PayrollSalary: $56,579.95/annual minimum - $67,356.58/annual mid-point (Depending on qualifications) To prepare and maintain the City's automated payroll and timekeeping system along with associated records; to provide payroll expertise for all federal, state and local laws; and to provide technical support to Accounting Division staff. Demonstrate the ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion. General supervision is provided by the Manager of Accounting Services. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesAll behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct & Rules of Behavior outlined in Chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual. Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in City and Department attendance policies and procedures. Prepare and process biweekly payroll for all employees; review and ensure accuracy of approved timesheets; review changes, garnishments and other special payroll deductions provided by Human Resources. Prepare calculations for corrected payroll checks and enter changes into payroll, and accounting system. Balance and maintain various payroll accounts, ledgers, registers and journals. Process and balance various biweekly or monthly payroll deductions or employer contribution reports. Prepare and import payroll journals. Prepare and process the ACH payroll payments for federal taxes, TMRS withholdings, deferred compensation program payments, and various other payroll deductions. Prepare and process accounts payable payments for all other payroll deductions including child support, levies, association dues, insurance, savings contributions, etc. Balance and prepare monthly and quarterly reports for TMRS, TWC, and Federal 941 Tax Liability. Compile data, prepare and process monthly work order credits for salary and benefit prorations between accounting cost centers. Calculate City employee's salary, overtime and benefits to be billed to contractors. Balance and distribute W-2 forms to employees and related file submissions to the federal government. Respond to and resolve employee and department payroll-related inquiries in a timely, effective and professional manner while communicating effectively and courteously with employees, management and vendors. Coordinate the annual Workers Compensation audit with Human Resources. Review monthly Boot Reimbursement report provided by Human Resources. Prepare payroll audit schedules and accruals at fiscal year-end. Prepare receipts for miscellaneous cash payments to be processed by the revenue collections department. Calculate yearly personnel mileage for City owned vehicle usage. Calculate out of class payment for public safety and first responding divisions. Other Duties and ResponsibilitiesSet up and maintain organized computer files. Audit and maintain files and records, prepare periodic reports and distribute to designated departments and divisions, photocopy, mail or fax materials as necessary. Provide support to assist designated City department staff in the completion of their payroll-related duties and responsibilities. Provide general finance support and assistance, to include, but not limited to assisting with all aspects of month-end and year-end closing and assisting audit staff as necessary. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Job RequirementsEducation Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or general business is required. Experience Three years' experience in payroll management, including but not limited to, automated payroll systems, processing 941 returns, processing garnishments, and payroll deductions. Municipal accounting experience is preferred. Licenses and Certificates Possession of a valid driver's license. Work Schedule Monday-Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM Physical Requirements / Work EnvironmentThis position does not require a physical for employment. Applicants with disabilities meeting the job requirements and capable of performing the essential functions of the job, either on their own or with reasonable accommodations, are encouraged to apply.