Payroll & Records Specialist

City of Lubbock; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lubbock is seeking a Payroll Clerk to join our Human Resources team. The position handles payroll entry, data validation, and coordination of payroll processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

Responsibilities include balancing payroll, generating tax documents, assisting employees with deductions, and preparing various payroll reports. The role requires thorough data entry and strong communication with HR and supervisors.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic payroll processing principles and practices.
• Proficiency in data entry and document accuracy.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Enter data into payroll/personnel system using a computer.
• Coordinate the payroll process including balancing, adjusting, and reversing payroll documents.
• Prepare tax documents, contribution reports, and payroll reports.
• Assist employees with payroll deduction changes.
• Review edit reports and enter corrections as necessary.
• Submit requests through report generator to prepare and run special reports; distribute payroll reports to departments.
• Maintain payroll records and perform related clerical duties.

Skills

Payroll processing

Data entry

Attention to detail

Communication

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Payroll software

Microsoft Excel

HRIS systems

Job description

City of Lubbock is seeking a Payroll Clerk to join our Human Resources team. The position handles payroll entry, data validation, and coordination of payroll processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

Responsibilities include balancing payroll, generating tax documents, assisting employees with deductions, and preparing various payroll reports. The role requires thorough data entry and strong communication with HR and supervisors.