City Of Grand Rapids, MI Grand Rapids , MI 49504
Posted 4 days ago
Nature of Work
The purpose of this job is to process all aspects of payroll including bi-weekly processes, monthly, quarterly reporting and W-2 processing. Assists and educates payroll personnel and employees with any questions regarding processing or understanding payroll. Processes verification of employment requests and garnishments.
Supervises the work of assigned personnel; participates in hiring, training and disciplinary actions; delegates work assignments; conducts performance evaluations
Supervises the payroll system and functions; audits payroll time sheets, issues paychecks and charges expenditures back to proper accounts
Responsible for withholding and paying FICA/Fed/State/Local taxes as required by law
Responsible for preparing and submitting monthly/quarterly and annual reports to Fed/State/Local agencies as required by law
Runs validation payrolls and audits employee payroll entries for accuracy in hours, pay rates and charge codes
Assists payroll personnel with any questions/issues regarding payroll entries and interpretation of contracts; enters data changes on employee system records
Completes Verification of Employment requests from various outside parties; processes employee garnishments/wage attachments/FOC orders; runs various reports for payroll information upon request from other departments for their employees
Balances, processes, prints and remits W-2's
Implements and applies contract changes within the HR/Payroll system or during payroll processing as they apply to payroll (ie: new earning codes, supplemental payments)
Performs related work as assigned
Minimum Training and Experience
Preferred qualifications include:
Bachelor's degree in business administration, human resources, accounting or a related field
A commonly held payroll specialization certification
Knowledge of labor/bargainiing union contracts as it relates to payroll processes.
Other Necessary Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Payroll and payroll related fringe benefit accounting and operations
Financial reporting and analysis
Wage and tax laws
City union contracts and charters
HR/Payroll systems
English grammar, spelling, punctuation
Principles and practices of basic bookkeeping/accounting
Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment
Skill in:
Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships
Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios
Ability to:
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Analyze complex issues and make recommendations
Meet schedules and deadlines of the work
Understand and carry out oral and written directions
Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
Other Information
We offer:
Medical, Dental, and Vision starting on Day 1
6% employee 401a contribution with employer matching (6% or 7% based on bargaining unit)
Employee & Employer contributions to Retiree Health Savings Account
Voluntary benefits such as term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, accidental insurance, disability insurance, and deferred compensation plan options
Twelve Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Paid parking (if applicable)
Employee Home Ownership Incentive
Tuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunities
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program with free mental health counseling
Comprehensive Wellness programwith a health and wellness incentive
Employee Discounts and Perks
Should an applicant need any disability related accommodation or other consideration in the application or selection process, please notify the human resources department upon submittal of application.
The City of Grand Rapids does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
City Of Grand Rapids, MI