Payroll Processing Assistant

Illinois Department Of Children And Family Services - Springfield, IL

Full-time - Entry Level

Springfield, IL

About the position

The Payroll Processing Assistant at the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services plays a crucial role in supporting the coordination and monitoring of payroll operations. This position involves complex paraprofessional functions, serving as a liaison between department employees and the Comptroller's Office regarding employee compensation inquiries. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, possess strong organizational and communication skills, and be interested in contributing to the department's payroll processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex, specialized paraprofessional functions to assist in payroll operations.
• Serve as a liaison with department employees and the Comptroller's Office regarding employee compensation inquiries.
• Monitor assigned electronic mailboxes for payroll and timekeeping issues.
• Perform payroll transactions on the electronic system.
• Make decisions concerning unique payroll situations based on guidelines or previous management decisions.
• Answer phones and refer callers to appropriate staff.
• Prepare and keyboard documents impacting program policies and procedures, including confidential documents.
• Develop comprehensive database or spreadsheet reports utilizing multiple software programs.

Requirements

• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Technical knowledge of payroll processes and systems.
• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with payroll processing systems.
• Familiarity with state regulations regarding employee compensation.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation plan.
• Excellent benefits package.
• Pension program.