Payroll Specialist, Senior
Johnson City, TX, US, 78636
PHYSICAL OFFICE LOCATION: PEC Headquarters - 201 S Ave F, Johnson City, TX 78636
Hybrid Work Options Available
$29.73 Minimum Starting Base Pay* + KPI Bonuses + Competitive Benefits
*Qualifications may warrant greater starting base pay within the full pay range. Individual base pay is determined by experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.
Position Summary
This position is responsible for preparing and processing payroll.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Enter, maintain, and/or process employee information into the payroll system; information may include but not limited to employees' hourly rates, salaries, overtime, bonuses, or other compensation, time worked, paid leave and holidays, deductions and withholding
Ensure proper processing of payroll deductions for taxes, benefits, charitable contributions, and other deductions
Issue or reissue direct deposits due to payroll errors or final discharge
Record and process federal and state payroll tax deposits
Calculate and prepare general ledger entries
Reconcile billing report with payroll deductions and process payment for the amount(s) withheld
Adhere to all mandatory payroll deadlines
Advise payroll staff on payroll processes and in resolving payroll issues
Coordinate and oversee electronic transfer of funds
Receive all garnishments for child support, IRS, and other court levies and disseminate appropriate information to employees, agencies, and Cooperative
Respond to requests for employment verification
Research and analyze payroll information
File tax reports and payments
Prepare accounting documents
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Verify data and journal entries
Research and prepare reports
Answer payroll questions
Reconcile department reports and statements for accuracy
Maintain the security of confidential information
Stay abreast of advances in technology
Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance
Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned
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Supervisory and/or Leadership Responsibilities
None
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of using computer systems, which may include setting up and using hardware and software programs, entering data or processing information
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service
Knowledge of payroll procedures and practices
Skilled in time management and attention to detail
Skilled in prioritizing and managing changing priorities
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to listen and understand information verbally and in writing
Ability to anticipate, identify, analyze and resolve conflict and problems
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Minimum Qualifications - (Education, Experience)
High School Diploma or equivalent
Five years of directly related experience in accounting or bookkeeping and Microsoft Excel with at least two years of payroll-specific experience
Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee may be required to stand; reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneel
The employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time
The employee may be required to lift, carry, push, pull or move up to 25 pounds
The employee may be required to travel
Exempt employees receive a fixed bi-weekly salary to compensate them for all hours worked during each pay period
This position may be required to work more than 40 hours per week
This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of essential duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties that may be assigned based on the needs of the Cooperative.
Position Open Until Filled
Pedernales Electric Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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