Payroll Specialist

State of Georgia; Savannah (GA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid state holidays

Annual leave

Flexible Benefits package

Job summary

Savannah Technical College is seeking a Payroll Specialist to coordinate payroll operations, benefits, and related accounting functions with accuracy and timeliness.

Responsibilities include processing payroll data, reconciling records, and serving as the primary contact with ADP for tax remittance, while ensuring compliance with GAAP and state regulations. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and three (3) years of payroll or related accounting experience.
• Experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.
• Preferred qualifications include Workday Accounting System experience and prior State of Georgia payroll experience.

Responsibilities

• Reviews payroll data for accuracy and enters payroll transactions into the accounting system.
• Reconciles payroll records and corrects discrepancies.
• Analyzes reports and confirms accuracy of benefit and tax data with related records.
• Coordinates with ADP for tax remittance and reporting, including out-of-state matters.
• Maintains payroll records in accordance with policies and GAAP.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Workday

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

ADP payroll system

Job description

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Job Title

Payroll Specialist

Agency

Savannah Technical College

Job Requisition ID

JR0000004324

Shift

Any (United States of America)

Job Description

Payroll Specialist

Savannah Technical College is seeking a Payroll Specialist responsible for coordinating and managing payroll operations. This position requires strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to ensuring that payroll, benefits, and related accounting functions are processed accurately and timely.

Duties

• Reviews payroll data for accuracy and enters payroll transactions and related data into the accounting system.
• Reviews and reconciles payroll records, identifies errors, and makes necessary corrections.
• Analyzes periodic reports and reconciles information with related records, including health insurance, retirement benefits, and other benefit reports.
• Processes third-party requests involving employee wages, including garnishments, tax levies, bankruptcies, and child support withholdings.
• Serves as the primary contact with ADP regarding tax remittance and reporting, including out-of-state tax matters. Retrieves ADP tax reports and provides related information to Accounts Payable.
• Maintains payroll records and related files in accordance with applicable policies and regulations.
• Assigns payroll expense coding in consultation with the Grant Accountant and the Vice President for Administrative Services.
• Audits payroll transactions and postings to ensure accuracy and compliance with established procedures.
• Computes, reconciles, and corrects payroll-related balances and discrepancies.
• Conducts research and prepares reports, statements, and summaries related to payroll and employee benefit accounts.
• Assists in the development, implementation, and revision of payroll policies and procedures in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and applicable regulations.
• Reviews weekly timesheets for accuracy and appropriate accounting treatment. Ensures employee time is submitted timely and approved by supervisors.
• Ensures compliance with federal and state payroll laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Completes routine payroll-related forms and filings, including unemployment certifications and employment verifications.
• Advises employees and retirees regarding benefit programs, tax withholding options, payroll-related regulations, payroll deductions, deferred compensation programs, and other payroll-related matters.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Based on qualifications and organizational needs, additional responsibilities may include accounting and/or human resources functions.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate Degree *and* three (3) years of payroll or related accounting experience

Note: Experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis

Preferred Qualifications

• Accounting or Human Resources Degree
• Experience with Workday Accounting System
• Prior TCSG or State of Georgia Payroll Experience
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Physical Demands

Responsibilities are typically performed in an office setting with the employee intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, pushing and pulling. The employee occasionally lifts or moves objects of a light to medium weight. Full range of hand and finger motion is necessary for data entry purposes.

Salary/Benefits

Salary is commensurate with education and work experience. Benefits include paid state holidays, annual and sick leave, and the State of Georgia Flexible Benefits package.

Application Deadline

Position considered open until filled.

Candidates must pass a criminal background check.

POSITION CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING AND ALLOCATION OF POSITION.

All male applicants between the ages of 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of Selective Service Registration.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Savannah Technical College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). Invitation to Self-Identify For compliance activities, contact Jasmine Sanders, Title IX and Equity Coordinator, Room A110 or [phone], [e-mail]. Send written correspondence to Savannah Technical College, Attn: Jasmine Sanders, 5717 White Bluff Road, Savannah, GA 31405.

STC is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree.

Candidates may be required to submit a valid Driver’s License, proof of insurability, and/or a driver’s history report for positions involving state travel.

Note: No phone inquiries please. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to personally contact each applicant. If we are interested in scheduling an interview, a representative from our college will contact you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.