Payroll & Time Administration Specialist

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision insurance for you

Parental Leave

15 days vacation leave

15 days sick leave

13 paid holidays

Retirement benefits (SCRS/ORP)

Deferred compensation

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Administration seeks a Payroll Generalist to manage daily payroll and time administration, audit payroll data in SCEIS, and coordinate with CG, PEBA and other agencies. This onsite role in Columbia requires strong attention to detail and excellent analytical skills.

You will work closely with the Payroll Manager to ensure accurate payroll processing, leave administration, and timely resolution of discrepancies while supporting HR initiatives across Admin and Shared

Qualifications

• Knowledge of principles and practices of HR management and payroll administration.
• Knowledge of federal laws and state regulations affecting HR and payroll administration.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to analyze needs and resources and to recommend and communicate solutions effectively.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and consult employees on time administration and serve as Time and Leave Administrator for Admin and Shared Services.
• Prepare and run payroll-related reports to reconcile payroll and deductions.
• Complete payroll simulations to verify changes and perform quality reviews of HR data.
• Analyze payroll overpayments to identify root causes and propose preventive measures.
• Coordinate with Benefit Manager and Leave Administrator to ensure accurate leave processing for payroll.
• Ensure proper processing of employee premiums and PEBA system reconciliation.
• Process and reconcile payroll transactions and collaborate with CG's Office and partner agencies for accuracy.
• Complete employment verification requests in a timely manner.
• Oversee direct deposit change process and ensure proper handling.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Associate degree in HR or related field

High school diploma with HR experience

Job description

South Carolina Department of Administration seeks a Payroll Generalist to manage daily payroll and time administration, audit payroll data in SCEIS, and coordinate with CG, PEBA and other agencies. This onsite role in Columbia requires strong attention to detail and excellent analytical skills.

You will work closely with the Payroll Manager to ensure accurate payroll processing, leave administration, and timely resolution of discrepancies while supporting HR initiatives across Admin and Shared