Columbus Metro Parks - Westerville, OH
posted 25 days ago
The Payroll Specialist is responsible for preparing and maintaining payroll, personnel, and financial records and reports, as well as assisting with the implementation of compensation and benefit administration. This role requires a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, as it involves ensuring complete and accurate payroll processing on a bi-weekly basis. The Payroll Specialist will interact consistently with park managers to ensure timecard accuracy and will enter payroll data into the Franklin County payroll system (MUNIS). Additionally, the specialist will obtain approval for each bi-weekly payroll and determine the exact amount to transfer to the Franklin County payroll account for each payroll cycle. In terms of employee data management, the Payroll Specialist will implement salary increases or adjustments, maintain payroll records, and manage personnel records for changes such as address updates and tax forms. The role also includes preparing and maintaining employment and separation data, completing employment verification inquiries, and establishing new employee payroll records, ensuring a smooth interface between onboarding software (NeoGov) and payroll software (MUNIS). The specialist will also track various employee accruals. The Payroll Specialist will handle employee benefits administration by processing benefits and maintaining related files, tracking employee monthly healthcare contributions, and assisting employees with benefit enrollment and claims. This role also involves monitoring annual leave balances and assisting with Workers' Compensation and Unemployment Compensation claims. The specialist will be responsible for coding and tracking various types of leave, such as FMLA and military leave. In addition to payroll and benefits duties, the Payroll Specialist will perform accounts receivable tasks, including preparing deposit tickets, determining general ledger coding, and maintaining cash journal tracking. The role also includes preparing financial reports related to compensation and benefits, assisting in the preparation of the annual salary and benefits budget, and serving as backup personnel for accounts payable staff. The Payroll Specialist will ensure confidentiality of records and assist with annual audit processes by generating payroll-related schedules. Overall, the Payroll Specialist plays a crucial role in maintaining the financial integrity of the organization and ensuring compliance with various regulations and policies.