Payroll & Compliance Specialist — Tax Reporting Expert

City of Hilliard, Ohio USA; Hilliard (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Hilliard, Ohio, is seeking a Payroll Specialist under the Deputy Director of Finance to administer the city’s payroll process, handle tax filings and fringe benefits, and ensure compliance with payroll laws and regulations.

Responsibilities include processing personnel actions, auditing payroll reports, preparing direct deposits, and filing W-2s, with coordination across City Hall and related facilities.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent from an accredited two-year college; two to four years of progressively responsible related experience.
• Knowledge of payroll processes and payroll tax obligations.
• Ability to audit and balance payroll reports and data.

Responsibilities

• Process personnel action forms and enter into payroll system.
• Audit and balance payroll reports for all departments.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies, laws, and regulations.
• Process direct deposits and payroll checks.
• Prepare and file W-2s and payroll reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

2–4 years related experience

Tools

CMI

Oracle

Right Stuff

Job description

The City of Hilliard, Ohio, is seeking a Payroll Specialist under the Deputy Director of Finance to administer the city’s payroll process, handle tax filings and fringe benefits, and ensure compliance with payroll laws and regulations.

Responsibilities include processing personnel actions, auditing payroll reports, preparing direct deposits, and filing W-2s, with coordination across City Hall and related facilities.