Payroll Specialist - Impactful County Finance

Rockingham County, NH; Exeter (NH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

New Hampshire Retirement System (NHRS)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Holidays

Employee discount or other benefits

Job summary

Rockingham County, NH is seeking a Payroll Practitioner to join the Finance Office. Responsibilities include processing payroll, auditing the employee database, calculating wages, reviewing timecards, and ensuring payrolls comply with state/federal laws and union contracts.

This position also maintains payroll records, prepares reports, and supports year-end tasks. The ideal candidate has a four-year degree (preferably BS in accounting), at least four years of related experience, and CPP

Qualifications

• Completion of four-year college degree (prefer B.S. in accounting or related field).
• Four (4) years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, work, and experience will be considered.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll and audit the employee database regarding salary and pay.
• Calculate wages, review timecards, and prepare and process employee payments.
• Maintain payroll systems, ensure compliance with state and federal laws and union contracts.
• Prepare governmental reporting documents and year-end payroll statements.
• Back-up other finance positions and train departments on the time and attendance system.

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

CPP certification preferred

Job description

Rockingham County, NH is seeking a Payroll Practitioner to join the Finance Office. Responsibilities include processing payroll, auditing the employee database, calculating wages, reviewing timecards, and ensuring payrolls comply with state/federal laws and union contracts.

This position also maintains payroll records, prepares reports, and supports year-end tasks. The ideal candidate has a four-year degree (preferably BS in accounting), at least four years of related experience, and CPP