Payroll Specialist — Accurate Biweekly Pay & Compliance

City of Amarillo; Hall (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Amarillo is seeking a Payroll Clerk who will manage the biweekly payroll and related data entry. You will validate salary payments, handle deductions, and assist with reports to ensure accurate payroll processing for City employees.

The role requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of payroll procedures, and proficiency with Word and Excel. Experience with Workday is preferred, and hours are Monday–Friday with possible overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting or related field required; bachelor’s preferred.
• 2 years’ payroll processing or bookkeeping experience.
• Working knowledge of payroll systems (Workday) preferred.
• Detail oriented with strong communication and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Processes biweekly payroll in coordination with Payroll Coordinator.
• Audits salary payments and time records for accuracy.
• Maintains payroll data in computerized system and generates reports.
• Assists with deductions, benefits accruals, and compliance requirements.

Skills

Payroll processing

Accounting basics

MS Word

MS Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in accounting or related field

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Workday

10-key adding machine

Job description

City of Amarillo is seeking a Payroll Clerk who will manage the biweekly payroll and related data entry. You will validate salary payments, handle deductions, and assist with reports to ensure accurate payroll processing for City employees.

The role requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of payroll procedures, and proficiency with Word and Excel. Experience with Workday is preferred, and hours are Monday–Friday with possible overtime as needed.