Payroll Administrator

City of Irving; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Irving is seeking a Payroll Administrator to coordinate across departments for accurate and timely payroll processing, research payroll issues, and maintain HRIS data integrity.

Candidates should have an Associate degree or equivalent and five years of payroll/related accounting experience, including at least one year in a supervisory role; CPP is preferred but not required. Proficiency with MS Office and spreadsheets is required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent required.
• Five years of progressively responsible payroll administration or related accounting experience.
• At least one year of supervisory or lead-role experience.
• CPP designation preferred but not required.
• Minimum of three years processing payroll for 2,000+ employees.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with departments to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.
• Research and resolve payroll issues.
• Develop procedures to reconcile payroll and maintain HRIS data integrity.

Skills

Payroll processing

Supervisory/lead

Issue resolution

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Payroll/Accounting experience 5 years

Tools

MS Office

Spreadsheets

Job description

Duties include coordinating with departments to ensure the accurate and timely processing of payroll; researching and resolving payroll issues; developing procedures to reconcile payroll and maintain the integrity of the HRIS database; and processing employee status changes, check requests, mandatory withholdings and pay adjustments. Additional duties include generating and distributing HRIS management reports, preparing W-2s, and training department timekeepers. An Associate degree or equivalent and five years of progressively responsible experience in payroll administration or related accounting functions are required, including at least one year of supervisory or lead-role experience. CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) designation and experience with municipal payroll systems, labor agreements and government payroll regulations are preferred, but not required. Must have a minimum of three years of experience processing payroll for 2,000 employees or more, be proficient with spreadsheets, and have experience with MS Office. A résumé must be submitted with the application.

PAY GRADE GG24 / FULL PAY RANGE $6,209 - $8,752 PER MONTH

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The City of Irving is situated near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport with more than 140 international companies currently operating throughout the city. Irving is positioned to be the leading international business center in the US and is a city of tremendous diversity. The Human Resources Department supports the city's strategic goals, and mission, vision and values by offering programs, administering processes, and implementing policies to attract and retain qualified, talented and diverse employees to deliver exceptional services to Irving residents, visitors and businesses. The department consists of a collaborative team of professionals that enjoy teamwork, food and fun!

The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The city acknowledges that its employees' diversity make them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community. The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.