Payroll Analyst — Onsite in Salem, OR

State of Oregon; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 50,432 - 70,040; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Generous paid time off

Retirement benefits

Career development opportunities

Wellness resources

Job summary

The State of Oregon is hiring a Payroll Analyst to join the Department of Administrative Services in Salem. This role requires strong analytical skills and a focus on accurate employee payroll management, including auditing timesheets and resolving payroll errors.

Candidates should have at least two years of relevant experience or an associate's degree related to accounting. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, generous paid time off, and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in payroll processing or financial data analysis.
• Strong understanding of payroll laws and regulations.
• Experience with collective bargaining agreements.

Responsibilities

• Audit timesheets and verify deductions for accuracy.
• Serve as a resource for payroll policies and procedures.
• Investigate payroll errors and manage overpayments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Associate's degree in accounting, business, or finance

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Teams

Word

Job description

The State of Oregon is hiring a Payroll Analyst to join the Department of Administrative Services in Salem. This role requires strong analytical skills and a focus on accurate employee payroll management, including auditing timesheets and resolving payroll errors.

Candidates should have at least two years of relevant experience or an associate's degree related to accounting. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, generous paid time off, and retirement benefits.