Payroll Generalist – 61123493 Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Payroll Generalist – 61123493 State of South Carolina – 2.9 Richland County, SC Job Details Full-time $46,655 – $86,321 a year 7 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Parental leave Vision insurance Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Management Mid-level High school diploma or GED Human resources management Bachelor’s degree Human resources Payroll 1 year Associate’s degree Full Job Description Job Responsibilities Payroll Generalist The Department of Administration’s (Admin) Division of State Human Resources is seeking an individual to serve as a Payroll Generalist within our Admin Human Resources Team. They will assist in the daily operations of the payroll and time administration areas and serving as the liaison between Admin and the Comptroller General’s Office (CG), State Treasurer’s Office, Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), SCEIS and other entities regarding payroll matters. Areas of concentration include but are not limited to: Payroll quality assurance, PEBA/payroll administration, payroll/leave reporting and SCEIS. The incumbent will assist the Payroll Manager by assisting with the following: audit payroll transactions for the agency, which includes running reports to validate data, monitoring and evaluating missing time entered into SCEIS, reviewing reports for accuracy and coordinating with SCEIS and the CG staff to ensure timely and proper processing of payroll changes. Responsibilities of the

Payroll Generalist:

In conjunction with the Payroll Manager, coordinates and consults on time administration ensuring accuracy, compliance with regulations and accountability of timekeeping/payroll process. Serves as a Time and Leave Administrator for Admin and Shared Services. Responsible for ensuring time and leave data within the SCEIS system is accurate and that time and leave issues impacting pay are addressed quickly. Executes payroll simulations to confirm changes in payroll transactions have been entered correctly and within the effective payroll period. Analyzes payroll wage overpayments or other payment issues to determine the cause, consult with Payroll Manager and HR Leadership to implement ways to prevent and determine any agency systemic issues creating overpayments or other payment issues. Coordinates and consults with the Benefit Manager and/or Leave Administrator to provide quality assurance oversight regarding leave administration and ensure that leave is processed accurately for payroll purposes. Works with the Benefits Manager to collaborate administering the accurate and timely collection, implementation, execution, reconciliation, and funding of employee premiums with PEBA’s Insurance, Retirement and Deferred Compensation Divisions. Assists with the confirmation of payroll data for the proper establishment of service time with PEBA’s Retirement Division. Ensures the collection, research & auditing of all activities and documentation associated with the proper processing of compensation for employees and the proper distribution of expenditures. Completes employment verification requests in a timely and accurate manner and following established protocol. Assists with reviewing, consulting, and establishing employment verification policy and protocol. Ensures the collection, research & auditing of all activities and documentation associated with the proper processing of compensation for employees and the proper distribution of expenditures. Performs other duties as assigned or required. Minimum and Additional Requirements A bachelor’s degree and one (1) year of experience in human resources management programs; an associate degree and three (3) years of experience in human resources management programs; or a high school diploma and five (5) years of experience in human resources management programs.

Additional Requirements:

Knowledge of principles and practices of human resources management and payroll administration. Knowledge of the policies and procedures of human resources and payroll administration. Knowledge of federal laws and state regulations affecting human resources management and payroll administration. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to analyze needs and resources and to recommend and communicate solutions effectively. Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting a variety of policies and procedures. Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application will be required to bring a copy of college transcript to the interview. A copy of the transcript may also be uploaded as an attachment to the application, if required by the hiring department or if desired by the applicant. Please note that some areas of the Department may require an official, certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within a specific timeframe required by that area, after hiring. Failure to produce an official, certified transcript may result in not being hired or termination. Additional Comments The Department of Administration is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. The South Carolina Department of Administration offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees: Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information. 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year 15 days sick leave per year 13 paid holidays Paid Parental Leave S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available(S.C. Deferred Compensation) Retirement benefit choices • State Retirement Plan (SCRS) State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP) Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.