Payroll Technician I, Public Sector Payroll

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

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.