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StateJobsNY lists this Payroll Assistant opportunity in wassaic, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Payroll AssistantDuties DescriptionPrimary duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Process payroll documents and payroll transactionsCheck for completeness and process in appropriate computer systems payroll documents such as direct deposit forms, tax forms, and other forms related to payroll transactionsReview transactions submitted to the payroll office by ensuring that position and employee information is complete and is consistent with data entered into all payroll computer systems. Update, or change information in payroll systems as necessaryCalculate salaries and other wage information for agency employeesCalculate and process salary increases, longevity payments, and performance advancesProvide customer service to agency employees on payroll related issuesAnswer various types of questions from employees and managers concerning general payroll topicsWrite responses to authorized inquiries from banks, insurance companies, and government agencies regarding standard employee wage and benefit informationAssist agency payroll supervisors in resolving payroll certification issues and payroll processing errorsReview standard payroll reports to ensure that payroll transactions are processed properlyProcess corrective payroll or payroll related transactions in various computer systems to rectify payroll errors and/or certification issuesProvide back-up for the Human Resources Specialist 1Provide HR desk coverage and Front Door coverage as neededOther duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsPayroll Assistant Trainee: There are no minimum education or experience requirements for this title.Payroll Assistant:Open Competitive: One year of payroll experience, which included computing time worked, salaries, and deductions.Transfer: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/c status in the posted title and be eligible for lateral transfer; OR be eligible to transfer via Section 70.1, 70.4, or 52.6 of Civil Service Law. The transfer cannot be a second consecutive transfer resulting in an advancement of more than two salary grades.To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website.55 B/C Qualifications:Possess the minimum qualifications for this title as established by the Department of Civil Service and listed on the most recent exam announcement.Meet the applicable minimal mental and/or physical requirements for the job (with a reasonable accommodation, if necessary)Have a current Eligibility Letter from the NYS Department of Civil Service, and be able to provide it to the Human Resources Office upon request.
Worksite address
wassaic, NY, 12592, US
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