Payroll & Accounting Clerk (City Government)

Panama City, City of (FL); Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Panama City is seeking an administrative and technical Payroll Clerk in the Accounting Department. Under the general guidance of the City Clerk-Treasurer, you will process wages, verify timesheets, apply deductions, and ensure tax compliance.

You will maintain payroll records, prepare reports, respond to employee inquiries, and assist auditors. A high school diploma and preferably an associate degree in accounting or business are required or substituted by equivalent training and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred.
• 3+ years payroll experience preferred.
• Knowledge of payroll taxes and deductions; governmental accounting basics.

Responsibilities

• Process employee payroll, verify timesheets and calculate wages and deductions.
• Process manual payroll adjustments and off-cycle payments.
• Prepare regular and special payroll runs and tax filings.
• Maintain payroll records and generate reports for auditors.

Skills

Payroll processing

Accounting principles

Communication skills

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Associate's degree in accounting or business

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

The City of Panama City is seeking an administrative and technical Payroll Clerk in the Accounting Department. Under the general guidance of the City Clerk-Treasurer, you will process wages, verify timesheets, apply deductions, and ensure tax compliance.

You will maintain payroll records, prepare reports, respond to employee inquiries, and assist auditors. A high school diploma and preferably an associate degree in accounting or business are required or substituted by equivalent training and