Payroll Clerk: Hybrid Role with Payroll & Benefits

State of Connecticut; Wethersfield (CT); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State Employee Benefits Overview

Professional growth opportunities

Healthy work/life balance

Job summary

State of Connecticut in the DMV Fiscal Services Division seeks a Payroll Clerk in Wethersfield, CT to manage payroll and benefits processing, maintain compliance, and strengthen internal controls. You will audit payroll data, maintain organized records, and deliver reliable customer service in a fast-paced environment.

The role offers a hybrid work arrangement with standard DMV hours, Monday–Friday, 40 hours/week, and opportunities to grow professional skills within a state agency.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in bookkeeping, accounts payable or clerical work involving finances.
• One year of payroll preparation required.
• College training may substitute for General Experience (15 semects = 1/2 year) up to 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly payroll and benefit transactions.
• Review and reconcile payroll and benefit data for accuracy.
• Maintain audit-ready records and documentation.
• Enter payroll updates (W-4s, direct deposits, deductions, retirement contributions).
• Prepare payroll reporting and documentation using Excel and Word.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding paychecks and payroll procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Arithmetic computations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Core CT payroll system

Job description

State of Connecticut in the DMV Fiscal Services Division seeks a Payroll Clerk in Wethersfield, CT to manage payroll and benefits processing, maintain compliance, and strengthen internal controls. You will audit payroll data, maintain organized records, and deliver reliable customer service in a fast-paced environment.

The role offers a hybrid work arrangement with standard DMV hours, Monday–Friday, 40 hours/week, and opportunities to grow professional skills within a state agency.