What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Processor position at NYS Senate?
Payroll Processor
Primary Job Duties and Job Responsibilities:
· Employment verifications, including the New York State Department of labor inquiries;
· Configuring payroll transactions that are received from personnel daily;
· Inputs payroll into Senate Financial Management System (SFMS);
· Reviewing output transactions for proper codes for files;
· Inputs payroll into “Payserv” as needed;
· Reviews check registers biweekly for payroll changes;
· Reconciles checks for mailing or check box biweekly;
· Fielding telephone calls; and,
· Various general office duties
QUALIFICATIONS (Education/Training, Experience, and Certifications)
- Minimum two years experience in a payroll environment processing Agency related multi-entity payrolls with medium to large company/employee base.
- Must possess strong PC skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.
- High school diploma required, 2-year degree preferred.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (Those necessary to perform the job competently)
- Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Established organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks & work under deadlines.
- Display strong communication and customer service skills.
- Have a high energy level and desire to succeed in a business environment
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT (Under Typical Positions)
- Work assignments are diversified. Examples of past precedent are used to resolve work problems. In addition, new alternatives may be developed to resolve problems.
- A frequent volume of work and deadlines impose strain on a routine basis.
SALARY
Dependent on background, experience and education
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
- Office
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Albany, NY 12210: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location:
- One location
Work Remotely:
- No
Work Location: One location