Payroll Analyst: Precision Pay & Process Improvements

City of Redmond; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MEDICAL INSURANCE - Choice of twoplans

PRESCRIPTION DRUG INSURANCE

DENTAL INSURANCE

VISION INSURANCE

LIFE INSURANCE

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS

PAID VACATION & HOLIDAYS – 13 holidays

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)

RETIREMENT PLANS (DRS and 457)

Annual COLA adjustments

Annual merit increases up to 5%

Job summary

The City of Redmond is seeking a Payroll Analyst to ensure accurate, timely payroll processing and adherence to applicable laws, policies, and labor agreements. You will audit data, perform complex calculations, maintain timekeeping systems, and drive process improvements across departments to reduce errors.

The role emphasizes collaboration with HR Generalists, Senior Analysts, and Program Managers, and offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to contribute to municipal finance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or related field.
• Three (3) years progressive experience in financial analysis/modeling.
• Municipal experience preferred, or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and timely; verify information and perform payments.
• Audit payroll data and perform post-payroll reconciliation.
• Maintain timekeeping systems and troubleshoot inquiries.
• Identify and resolve payroll issues; recommend process improvements.
• Assist in HR/payroll system upgrades and testing.
• Review and audit information to minimize errors.
• Collaborate with HR Generalists, Senior Analysts, and Program Managers.

Skills

Financial analysis

Payroll processing

Timekeeping accuracy

Policy interpretation

Cross-department collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or related field

Tools

Spreadsheets (Excel)

HR/payroll system

Job description

The City of Redmond is seeking a Payroll Analyst to ensure accurate, timely payroll processing and adherence to applicable laws, policies, and labor agreements. You will audit data, perform complex calculations, maintain timekeeping systems, and drive process improvements across departments to reduce errors.

The role emphasizes collaboration with HR Generalists, Senior Analysts, and Program Managers, and offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to contribute to municipal finance