Human Resources Accounts Technician

City of Fredericksburg, Virginia; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Fredericksburg, Virginia is seeking an organized HR Accounts Technician for payroll, benefits, and HR operations. This part-time role (28 hours/week) emphasizes accurate data entry, confidential record maintenance, and cross‑functional collaboration within a friendly HR team.

Key duties include payroll records, vendor coordination, reporting, and program administration. The position supports employment verifications and front desk operations while upholding the city’s core values and

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher in a related field.
• Two to three years’ experience in accounting, payroll, benefits administration, or similar.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Process and maintain personnel and pay-related records for hires, promotions, changes and separations.
• Coordinate pay and benefit updates with City vendors and reconcile invoices.
• Prepare HR reports and metrics and analyze data for accuracy.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Advanced Excel

Data entry accuracy

Education

Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Human Resources, or related field

Tools

Tyler Munis

Job description

CITY OF FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA

Bringing People and Processes Together!

Hourly Hiring Range: $26 - $30/hour DOQ

Part-Time | 28 Hours a week | Meaningful Work | Collaborative HR Team

What You’ll Do

The Human Resources (HR) Accounts Technician plays an important role in supporting the City’s payroll, benefits, and HR operations, with a significant focus on accurate and timely data entry and record maintenance. We are seeking an organized, detail‑oriented professional with analytical skills, a commitment to accuracy, and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Payroll and Records Management

Process and maintain personnel and pay‑related records for new hires, promotions, employee changes, and separations. Assist with benefit‑related transactions and maintain related forms, reports and records.

Vendor Coordination and Compliance

Coordinate pay and benefit‑related updates with City vendors; review and reconcile insurance billings and invoices; identify and resolve discrepancies; and assist with maintaining accurate, compliant records.

Reporting and Analysis

Prepare and maintain HR reports and metrics, assist with the development of standard operating procedures, analyze data for accuracy, and research and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies.

Support and Program Administration

Provide backup support for employment verifications and front desk operations; administer the Tuition Reimbursement Program, stay informed on relevant HR, pay and benefit requirements; and support cross‑functional initiatives.

Why Join the Fredericksburg Team?

A Career with Purpose

Join a dynamic team where collaboration, creativity, and professional growth are valued, and where you can make a meaningful impact every day.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Human Resources, or related field
• Two (2) to three (3) years’ experience in accounting, payroll, benefits administration, or a similar role
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Tyler Munis or a comparable HRIS/payroll system
• Experience with payroll, benefits billing, reconciliations, or accounts‑related functions in a public‑sector environment

BE PART OF SOMETHING ESSENTIAL

This is more than a job. It is an opportunity to build a stable, rewarding career while serving the residents and businesses of Fredericksburg. Join a knowledgeable, dedicated team that values accuracy, fairness, collaboration, public service, and committed to the City’s Core Values.

The City of Fredericksburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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