Payroll Specialist

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Payroll Specialist

Savannah Technical College

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Any (United States of America)

Payroll Specialist

Savannah Technical College is seeking a Payroll Specialist responsible for coordinating and managing payroll operations. This position requires strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to ensuring that payroll, benefits, and related accounting functions are processed accurately and timely.

• Reviews payroll data for accuracy and enters payroll transactions and related data into the accounting system.
• Reviews and reconciles payroll records, identifies errors, and makes necessary corrections.
• Analyzes periodic reports and reconciles information with related records, including health insurance, retirement benefits, and other benefit reports.
• Processes third‑party requests involving employee wages, including garnishments, tax levies, bankruptcies, and child support with holdings.
• Serves as the primary contact with ADP regarding tax remittance and reporting, including out‑of‑state tax matters. Retrieves ADP tax reports and provides related information to Accounts Payable.
• Maintains payroll records and related files in accordance with applicable policies and regulations.
• Assigns payroll expense coding in consultation with the Grant Accountant and the Vice President for Administrative Services.
• Audits payroll transactions and postings to ensure accuracy and compliance with established procedures.
• Computes, reconciles, and corrects payroll‑related balances and discrepancies.
• Conducts research and prepares reports, statements, and summaries related to payroll and employee benefit accounts.
• Assists in the development, implementation, and revision of payroll policies and procedures in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and applicable regulations.
• Reviews weekly timesheets for accuracy and appropriate accounting treatment. Ensures employee time is submitted timely and approved by supervisors.
• Ensures compliance with federal and state payroll laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Completes routine payroll‑related forms and filings, including unemployment certifications and employment verifications.
• Advises employees and retirees regarding benefit programs, tax withholding options, payroll‑related regulations, payroll deductions, deferred compensation programs, and other payroll‑related matters.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Based on qualifications and organizational needs, additional responsibilities may include accounting and/or human resources functions.

Associate Degree
* and* three (3) years of payroll or related accounting experience

Note:

Experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis

• Accounting or Human Resources Degree
• Experience with Workday Accounting System
• Prior TCSG or State of Georgia Payroll Experience
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Responsibilities are typically performed in an office setting with the employee…