ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST (PAYROLL)

Dorchester County; St. George (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorchester County is seeking a Payroll Clerk to support the Payroll Manager in processing and preparing employee payroll. You will run payroll under supervision and handle related tasks while maintaining compliance with county policies.

The role requires attention to detail, data entry accuracy, and the ability to respond to employee payroll inquiries. Typical hours are Monday through Friday, with some flexibility in schedule.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate’s degree or two years of college completed.
• Two years of accounting, bookkeeping or closely related experience preferred.
• Experience with payroll processes and internal controls is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process the bi-weekly employee payroll accurately and on time.
• Verify timesheets and IC-214 forms for policy compliance.
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees.
• Prepare payroll reports for audits and internal reviews.
• Update payroll software with employee information and changes.
• Assist with payroll tax filings and W-2 processing.
• Maintain organized payroll records and documentation.

Skills

Payroll processing

Data entry

Record keeping

Attention to detail

Communication with employees

Accounting/Bookkeeping

Education

Associate’s degree or two years of college

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The purpose of this job is to support the Payroll Manager in the processing and preparation of employee payroll; to run the payroll under the oversight of the Payroll Manager and to perform related tasks.

This position works under direct supervision of the Payroll Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assumes responsibility for the timely and accurate processing of payroll, including related review, reconciliation, reporting and employee support functions, during the Payroll Manager’s absence or when otherwise assigned by the Financial Services Manager.
• Performs all duties in accordance with applicable laws, policies, procedures, deadlines, and internal controls.
• Assists the Payroll Manager with the bi-weekly employee payroll.
• Responds to employee inquiries about payroll issues and fulfills paperwork requests.
• Verifying timesheets and IC-214 forms for compliance with County policies.
• Responds to records requests; may make copies of or electronically scan records and send to requestors via email or interoffice mail.
• Process employee status changes, including promotions, transfers, and salary adjustments.
• Assist in preparing payroll reports for audits and internal reviews.
• Handle requests for payroll-related paperwork, such as employment verification, W-2 forms, and payroll reports.
• Organize and maintain payroll-related files, both electronic and physical.
• Provide general clerical support, including data entry, filing, and scanning documents.
• Handle the PEBA final retirement certifications and refunds.
• Assist in updating payroll software with employee information.
• Help troubleshoot payroll system errors and discrepancies.
• Support the preparation of payroll tax filings, including W-2s and other required documents.
• Assist with payroll reconciliations and reporting for management.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires an Associate’s degree, vocational technical degree or specialized training that is equivalent to satisfactory completion of two years of college education.

Two years of accounting, bookkeeping or closely related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Qualifications:

None.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment):

None.

Dorchester?County has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not?represent?in any way a contract of employment.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but employees must be available during the “core” work hours of 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and must work 40 hour each week to maintain full-time status. Employees must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays during emergencies or as requested.

E.O.E.

Dorchester County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.