Payroll Coordinator ID - 16424

Job Description

Do you have a passion for Payroll?

Look no further and apply for the Payroll Coordinator position.


The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a full-time Payroll Coordinator to provide assistance with the administration of payroll. This position will work collaboratively with staff to prepare payroll in partnership with the Assistant Director of Total Rewards. The Payroll Coordinator earns a competitive hourly salary of $24-$26/based on experience.


ABOUT THE CITY OF PEARLAND

Pearland is one of the fastest growing cities in Texas due to affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, and superb quality of life. Ranked as one of the top ten safest cities in Texas, Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to experience all the city has to offer including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation.

Employees of the City of Pearland use multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams to promote a greater understanding of the organization by employees at all levels. We have created a culture of continuous learning that encourages and supports employee development and growth. Our work environment is one where innovation is not only supported but encouraged.


A DAY IN THE LIFE AS A Payroll Coordinator

A successful candidate will have the ability to apply critical thinking skills and sound judgement while working collaboratively and proactively with colleagues throughout the organization to solve problems and find sustainable solutions. As is expected of all City of Pearland employees, any candidate is expected to operate in accordance with the City's Organization Values:


General Description

The purpose of this job within the organization is to assist with the administration of select aspects of payroll processing.

Essential Functions:

  • Responsible for some aspects of payroll production including time input, time accuracy, final review of checks, and distribution of checks and reports.
  • Assists with the preparation and reporting of all payroll related payments including but not limited to positive pay, child support, retirement, health savings accounts, and vendor distributions.
  • Verifies time sheet accuracy.
  • Resolves basic payroll related inquiries directly with employees.
  • Performs continuous system updates for direct deposits, W4's, and status changes.

Additional Duties:

  • Gathers data from software such as pay rates and accrual time to assist with final pays and adjustments.
  • Prepares wires transfers for taxes, direct deposit, and other payroll related payments based on data derived from the payroll reports.
  • Responsible for maintaining current payroll documents in electronic records software.
  • Performs related work as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by specialized courses/training equivalent to completion of one year of college in accounting, finance or closely related field.
  • Requires four years payroll or closely related experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses:

  • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred.
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