About this opportunity
Human Resources lists this Assistant Payroll Officer opportunity in austin, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Payroll Assistant
Provides support to the payroll and time and leave functions of the Human Resources department, ensures the timely and accurate processing of payroll and time and leave records by compiling, organizing, and entering data in the system.
Essential Functions:
Review and analyze payroll data and reports for accuracy, and resolve discrepancies to ensure accurate posting to payroll records
Assist in the processing of payroll changes to include but not limited to calculation of special payments and overtime payments, tax withholding, other various deductions, direct deposit, address changes, salary changes, terminations, payment cancellations, etc.
Assist with preparation of substitute payroll calculation and data entry.
Process paperwork for new employees and enter employee information into the payroll system.
Calculate pay adjustments and key data into payroll system
Prepare, process, and track wage garnishments and child support orders
Compile reports as required by management and government agencies
Oversee employee exemption certificates, direct deposit and other deductions to update payroll records
Prepare and process electronic transmission of payroll data such as pension, retirement, insurance and credit union payments
Perform payroll audits to update employee data in the system
Maintain filing system for payroll and related records
Prepare and direct processing of deductions
Assist in the coordination and interaction with federal, state and other agencies on issues pertaining to employee compensation or mandatory deductions
Perform duties of Payroll Officer in Payroll Officer's absence
Perform related duties as to specific assignments
Provide service to customers by answering questions, providing information, making referrals, and assuring appropriate follow-through and/or resolution
Communicate with managers, supervisors, co-workers, citizens, and others, maintains confidentiality
Assists in special projects at the direction of the Payroll Officer and Human Resources Director
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience or education in basic accounting
Sign Language: The applicant does not need to have sign language skills at hire but will be required to participate in sign language classes offered at TSD until reaching a level of INTERMEDIATE as evaluated on the Sign Language Proficiency Interview
Payroll Specialist I-IV
BA with major coursework in accounting or 4 years' experience in payroll processing
Additional years of experience required for Payroll Specialist II-IV levels
Sign Language: The applicant does not need to have sign language skills at hire but will be required to participate in sign language classes offered at TSD until reaching a level of INTERMEDIATE as evaluated on the Sign Language Proficiency Interview
Desirable Qualifications
Experience working in CAPPS or other payroll related program
Payroll experience
Intermediate or above sign skill
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/Attributes
Ability to listen, communicate (written and verbal), excellent grammar, spelling and proof-reading skills, and follow up effectively with all staffing levels.
Ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking and writing so others will understand.
The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
Excellent client service skills.
Ability to work in team-oriented environment.
Ability to work independently in a time sensitive environment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to prioritize and organize workload, multi-task, adapts quickly to change, and deliver under the pressure of deadlines.
Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with the Payroll, Benefits, and Human Resources Department, as well as clients and vendors.
Excellent time management skills and must be detail oriented.
Supervisor: Human Resources Director
Military Occupation Specialty (MOS) Code: Payroll Assistant, Payroll Specialist I-IV, see page 5 of
It is the Texas School for the Deaf's (TSD) policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or belief, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. TSD expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Retaliation against individuals who oppose unlawful discrimination or participate in an employment discrimination proceeding is also prohibited. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, firing, promotions, training, wages, and benefits. In addition to federal law requirements, TSD complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
Worksite address
austin, TX, 78716, US
Who can apply
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