Payroll Tech 1

Accounting Office, State; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Georgia's State Accounting Office (SAO) is seeking a Payroll Tech 1 to enter, verify, and process payroll data across multiple agencies. The role supports payroll administration, ensuring accurate deductions and timely disbursements while maintaining strict confidentiality.

Responsibilities include processing garnishments and court-ordered payments, auditing transactions, and providing quality support to customers and departments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 1 year of related experience.
• Experience with payroll data entry and processing.
• Experience with ERP/Payroll systems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Enter, process, verify, and transmit payroll data accurately by deadlines.
• Process garnishments, levies, and other court-ordered payments.
• Audit payroll data transactions and apply corrections with guidance.
• Calculate deductions and disburse payments per timelines.
• Review paychecks for new hires/terminations and monitor exceptions.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional demeanor.

Skills

Detail oriented

Analytical skills

Follow written verbal instructions

Multitasking

Discretion

Team player

Meet deadlines

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

ERP Cloud Solutions: Workday, Oracle Cloud PeopleSoft Financials, Infor, SAP S4/HANA

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title: Payroll Tech 1 Job Requisition ID: JR0000000394 Number of Openings: 1 Shift: Day (United States of America) Compensation Details: $33,042.45 - $42,703.38

Job Description: The State Accounting Office (SAO) provides accounting and financial reporting expertise for the State and is statutorily responsible for statewide financial reporting. The SAO also provides enterprise oversight and management of the State’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, accounting policy development, financial business process improvement recommendations, and management of the payroll and accounting shared service centers. Under direct supervision, collects, codes, verifies and processes payroll information and related transactions. Answers questions from customers, government agencies and payroll administration companies. Maintains records and files and provides technical support to assigned area.

Important Notes:

• Successfully pass a background check, including, criminal background/records check, employment and education verification, employment reference checks, credit evaluation and professional license checks, where applicable
• Upon, and throughout, employment, both reside and work in the State of Georgia; and
• Have current legal authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

The SAO does not sponsor, or support employment based on non-immigrant visas, now or in the future, including but not limited to H-1B, F1, M1, J1, E2 or any other visa category.

Payroll Technician 1 - (FIT050)

Pay Grade: G

Salary Range: $33,042.45 - $42,703.38

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED and one (1) year of job-related experience.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Enters, processes/records/transmits, and proofs payroll data submitted by various agencies accurately and against firm deadlines
• Processes and enters garnishments, levies, and other court ordered payments into payroll panels
• Audits job data transactions for accuracy by analyzing Payroll System calculation; researches and applies corrective action with support of higher-level staff as needed
• Calculates, verifies, and processes deductions; disburses payments in accordance with established timelines
• Reviews, processes, and verify paychecks for new hire and terminated employees and maintains spreadsheets to monitor and code exceptions
• Reviews and verifies earnings transactions and maintains spreadsheets to monitor exceptions
• Maintains discretion and confidentiality related to all payroll data
• Exhibits professional demeanor in all correspondence and interactions with customers, leadership, and team members
• Performs general clerical responsibilities related to payroll and administrative-related functions
• Contributes to the success of Payroll Shared Services by performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned with a positive attitude and team-oriented spirit

Skills and Competencies

• Detail oriented, exhibiting strong organizational, and analytical skills
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously
• Exhibit high level of discretion and confidentiality
• Self-motivated, organized and effectively achieves team goals
• Team player who works well in a collaborative environment
• Strong work ethic with willingness to work against hard deadlines
• Motivated to learn and excel for promotional opportunities
• Ability to work independently

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• Experience managing FSCM on ERP Cloud Solutions products such as Workday, Oracle Cloud PeopleSoft Financials, Infor, SAP S4/HANA
• Thrive in a diverse, fast-paced environment
• Experienced in use of project management tools and methodologies
• Working knowledge of Agile methodology and practices
• Think critically and analytically and can effectively apply logic to solve problems
• Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with others
• Excellent analytical, presentation, interpersonal, organizational, and facilitation skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and can clearly articulate complex messages and requirements to stakeholders, functional teams, and vendors
• Ability to mentor other Project Managers on Project Management methodologies

The State Accounting Office is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. The State Accounting Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma/GED and one (1) year of job-related experience. 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. Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.