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Job Posting End Date:
Deadline to apply is 11:59 PM on
07-06-2024
Job Title:
Senior Payroll Technician
Contract Type:
Employee
Annual Salary:
$41,262.00 - $77,160.00
(Support staff salary will be based on internal equity and experience)
Location:
FL - HQ
Job Description Summary:
Our Mission is to equip students for success by developing and delivering highly effective digital learning through an intuitive online platform.
FLVS does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law.
The Position:
Position General Summary:
The Senior Payroll Technician leads the daily tactical operations within the assigned scope of payroll activities. The Senior Payroll Technician partners with external departments to properly process and maintain employee payroll deductions and earnings. The Senior Payroll Technician serves as the primary backup to the Payroll Support Specialist during limited durations of unavailability.
Essential Position Functions:
Work with Payroll Support Specialist and Senior Payroll Specialist on ad-hoc projects
Serve as primary backup for Payroll Support Specialist during limited periods of unavailability
Provide training and guidance for internal departments and employee staff on payroll procedures
Set up and maintain a complex record and filing system of payroll files and other financial records in a digital records management system for retrieval of information and auditors.
Review, analyze, and resolve issues on billing of service fees for payroll software and payroll local tax issues
Process garnishments in compliance with federal, state, and local laws
Process payroll deductions and retirement contributions, financial and accounting transactions
Assist in the processing and completion of payroll and related payroll reporting, including out of state payroll
Maintain Time & Attendance system and all accrual related activities
Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as, meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings in an effective and timely manner, and demonstrate respect for others
All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and/or targets established
(These essential functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related duties as required.)
Minimum Requirements:
Education/Licensure/Certification:
Experience:
Two years in general accounting, finance, or administration field
One year specific to payroll functions
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's):
Knowledge of payroll and financial functions
Knowledge of government agencies for state and local tax issues
Ability to process garnishments accurately, adhering to state and local laws
Ability to review, analyze and resolve issue related to billing for service fees and tax payments
Possesses understanding of payroll processes and procedures
Ability to compile, review, analyze and interpret data and/or information
Ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others on how to apply procedures and standards to specific situations
Strong interpersonal, leadership and motivational skills
Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion in determining solutions
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to operate without close supervision
Strong ability to work with cross-functional teams
CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS:
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Clearly and effectively conveys and/or presents information verbally; summarizes what was heard to mitigate miscommunication; Shares ideas and perspectives and encourages others to do the same; Informs others involved in a project of new developments; Disseminates information to other employees, as appropriate; Effectively uses multiple channels to communicate important messages; Keeps supervisor well informed about progress and/or problems in a timely manner; Writes in a clear, concise, organized and convincing way for a variety of target audiences; The written message is consistently error-free; The written message has the desired effect on the target audience
CUSTOMER FOCUS
Prioritizes customers (internal and external) and their needs as primary and is dedicated to meeting their expectations; Develops and maintains customer relationships; builds credibility and trust; Quickly and effectively solves customer problems; Provides prompt, attentive service in a cheerful manner; adapts to changing information, conditions or challenges with a positive attitude; Incorporates customer feedback into delivery of service to provide the best experience possible for the customer; Actively promotes our organization in the community by serving as an ambassador or volunteer
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
Relates well with others; Treats others with respect; Shares views in a tactful way; Demonstrates diplomacy by approaching others about sensitive issues in non-threatening ways; Considers and responds appropriately to the needs, feelings and capabilities of others; Fosters an environment conducive to open, transparent communication among all levels and positions; Takes the initiative to get to know internal and external customers
FUNCTIONAL /TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
Has the skills, abilities, knowledge and experience to be successful in functional area of expertise; Dedicates time and energy to keeping abreast of the latest information related to area of expertise and technology; Picks up on technology quickly; Does well in technical courses and seminars; Produces high quality work in organized and timely fashion
INDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTOR COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS:
PEER RELATIONSHIPS
Finds common ground and solves problems for the good of all; Can represent his/her own interests and yet be fair to other groups; Solves problems with peers with minimal “noise”; Is seen as a team player and is cooperative; Easily gains trust and support peers; Encourages collaboration; Is candid with peers
CREATIVITY
Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas; Easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions; Tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming sessions; Takes calculated risks; Is not afraid to try new things and potentially “fail fast”
SELF KNOWLEDGE
Seeks feedback; Gains insight from mistakes; Is open to constructive criticism; isn’t defensive; Proactively seeks to understand his/her strengths and areas for growth; applies information to best serve organization; Recognizes how his/her behavior impacts others and incorporates insight into future interactions
PLANNING
Accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks and projects; Sets objectives and goals; Breaks down work into the process steps; Develops schedules and task/people assignments; Anticipates and adjusts for problems and roadblocks; Measures performance against goals; Evaluates results
ORGANIZING
Uses his/her time effectively and efficiently; Concentrates his/her efforts on the more important priorities; Can attend to a broader range of activities as a result of organizing time efficiently; Can marshal resources (people, funding, material, support) to get things done; Can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal; Arranges information and files in a useful manner
PROBLEM SOLVING
Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; Probes all fruitful sources for answers; Can see hidden problems; Is excellent at honest analysis; Looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at the first answers
DRIVE FOR RESULTS
Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; Very bottom-line oriented; Steadfastly pushes self and others for results; Is full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging; Not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; Consistently seizes opportunities; Consistently exceeds goals
Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions:
Frequency of travel: Occasional travel is required for meetings, trainings, and conferences; location may vary and may require overnight stays
Light physical activities and efforts required working in an office environment
(Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with existing ADA requirements for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.)