Junior Payroll Operations Specialist

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Community Colleges System (VCCS) Shared Services Center is seeking an Entry Level Payroll Operations Specialist to support payroll processing, deductions, and withholding in a structured, centralized environment. This entry-level role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and process improvement across payroll functions.

Based in Botetourt, VA, the position requires the ability to work independently and collaboratively, with familiarity in payroll, HR, finance, or accounting and strong

Qualifications

• Knowledge of payroll and tax reporting requirements.
• Experience in payroll, HR, finance, or accounting.
• Intermediate Excel skills and data handling.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for Shared Services Center customers accurately and timely.
• Ensure compliance with withholding and audit requirements.
• Identify and implement payroll process improvements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with department teams.
• Stay informed on payroll projects and SLAs.

Skills

Data retrieval

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Excel

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

Tools

PeopleSoft/Oracle

Job description

The Virginia Community Colleges System (VCCS) Shared Services Center is seeking an Entry Level Payroll Operations Specialist to support payroll processing, deductions, and withholding in a structured, centralized environment. This entry-level role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and process improvement across payroll functions.

Based in Botetourt, VA, the position requires the ability to work independently and collaboratively, with familiarity in payroll, HR, finance, or accounting and strong