Fiscal Specialist - Payroll Support

Our outstanding teachers, support staff members and leaders are top-notch educators whom others seek to emulate, and quite simply – we would like for you to consider joining us.General DescriptionThis position performs accounting functions related to Time and Attendance and the payroll system, and ensures School Board policies and procedures are followed. This position researches, resolves, and communicates various payroll functions accurately and efficiently, and serves as the primary contact for general Payroll inquiries, properly triaging issues as necessary.Job DescriptionEssential Job Functions:Monitors time and attendance reporting for assigned areas/departments to ensure the accuracy of time and attendance recordsRequests attendance correction memos if time and attendance are not entered appropriatelyResearches inquiries regarding leave balance discrepanciesServes as liaison for the Finance Office and the Time and Attendance System; assists users with questions regarding general use of the Time and Attendance System and School Board leave policiesAssists employees and supervisors with inquiries regarding attendance records and leave balances, as well as questions regarding substitute pay, including Time and Attendance cutoff dates, pay rate, long-term substitute assignments, and pay adjustments or correctionsProcesses/Reconciles various payroll related deductionsAssists with processing of the Transfer of Sick leave, including both inbound and outboundResponds promptly and professionally to employee inquiries via phone and email regarding paychecks, deductions, direct deposits, and tax documents Supports and assists employees with payroll processes, period schedules, timelines, and policiesAssists new hires with payroll onboarding, including direct deposit setup and W-4 completionMaintains confidentiality while handling sensitive payroll informationCompletes employment verifications and pulls information requested by subpoena paperworkDocuments and tracks common inquiries to establish metrics on trends and improve department communicationSupports the distribution of printed payslips for employees, W-2s, 1095-Cs, and other year-end tax formsCollaborates with the Payroll Processing team to ensure accurate and consistent messaging across all employee groupsCollaborates with Chesterfield County government regarding the Unclaimed Property process; Researches the unclaimed property list, verifies accuracy, and completes the correspondence necessary to complete the annual process requirementsPerforms other duties as assignedBudgetary ResponsibilityThis position has no budgetary responsibility.Report PreparationMay provide various reports related to payroll functions, as requestedEquipment OperationPersonal computer, copier, printer, fax machine, office phone, calculator, and other standard Payroll Office equipmentContactsThis position requires frequent contact with employees at all levels within the organization. Occasional contact with external agencies may be required.Work Direction/SupervisionThis position does not have supervisory duties, but may provide basic work direction to employees regarding proper payroll procedures.Decision MakingThis position requires independent decision-making to assist employees with proper payroll procedures. Supervisor approval may be needed for non-routine inquiries and situations.Formal Policy-Setting ResponsibilitiesThis position has no formal policy-setting responsibilities, but may inform supervisor on various payroll functions and trends, as requested.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, equipment, or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, talk and hear. Vision acuity at close range is required.Work EnvironmentThe employee will work primarily in an office setting. The noise level is typically low to moderate.QualificationsWorking knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and office operations. Working skill in data entry and in the use of personal computers, utilizing spreadsheets, word processing, and database software (Excel, Word and Access preferred). Demonstrated ability to organize and analyze data and process work according to related laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Demonstrated ability to make accurate mathematical calculations and reconciliation of reports. Demonstrated accuracy in data entry. Demonstrated ability to work independently, pay attention to detail, meet strict deadlines, and communicate effectively with all levels of personnel.Additional Job RequirementsHigh School diploma, with experience in payroll accounting (to include Time and Attendance reporting), or any equivalent combination of experience and training which would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History InvestigationState Police Criminal History InvestigationChild Protective Services (CPS) InvestigationTuberculosis Screening/TestCompensation$47,593.58 - $80,902.56Hours Per Day8Days Per Year260BenefitsChesterfield County Public Schools offers a wide variety of benefits to employees. Benefit offerings may differ based upon full-time and part-time employee status.To learn more details, visit our benefits page.Chesterfield County Public Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities for employees as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position and does not imply an employment contract.