Payroll and Accounting Specialist

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

• Input payroll changes, compensation, taxes, benefits, and deductions for all city employees.

Calculate payroll including overtime, compensatory pay, retro pay, and final payout for separations. Input and process biweekly payroll. Working knowledge of payroll laws regarding deductions, taxes, garnishments, workers' compensation, FLSA, FMLA, disability benefits - STD /LTD, ADAAA, HIPAA and related employment rules and regulations

• Prepare ACH files for direct deposits, garnishments, and retirement. File tax and deduction reports as well as initiate vendor payments for deductions or benefits.
• Prepare, reconcile, and transmit all payroll reports including but not limited to TMRS monthly report, TWC report, and 941 reports. Manage year-end employee W-2 and employer ACA reporting.
• Maintain and update accounts payable, payroll, and general correspondence files. Prepare financial reports and other specialized reports as requested and verify purchase orders and prepare weekly check runs.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers and others (internally and externally) both orally and in writing. Advanced interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with both internal and external customers.
• Assist with end of year audit duties as assigned.
• Perform vendor file maintenance, process invoices and direct payments, perform math calculations accurately
• Follow City and department policies and procedures and the instructions of the city administrator with direction from the administrative team.

Safeguard City property and recognize and report needed repairs. Work safely, follow safety rules and training, and maintain a clean, safe work environment. Maintain confidentiality regarding all City business. Perform additional related duties as assigned.

• Ability to be punctual and maintain good attendance, work occasional overtime, and attend meetings as needed.

Be flexible and organized to handle other assignments.

MINIMUM QUALIFCATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible related payroll and accounts payable experience, preferably in a governmental environment. Commensurate combinations of higher education and experience will be considered.
• Successfully pass background and drug screening.
• Should possess a valid Class C Texas Operator's License with an acceptable record.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Associate's degree in accounting, Finance or a related field from an institution accredited by an agency approved by the U.

S. Department of Education. Years of direct or relevant municipal experience may be substituted in lieu of educational attainment.

Pay:

From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person