Specialist Payroll - (25-FAB-300015-034)

Dc Water - Washington, DC

Full-time

Washington, DC

Utilities

About the position

The Specialist, Payroll at DC Water plays a crucial role in the preparation and processing of payroll, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness. This position collaborates closely with timekeepers and managers to facilitate effective payroll management, contributing to the overall financial operations of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Sets up employee level deductions (saving bonds, union dues, etc.)
• Sets up employee level direct deposit information.
• Resolves N.O.C.'s (Notice of Change) from bank.
• Processes garnishment/child support/tax levy/bankruptcy/student loan collection orders.
• Processes requests for checks to pay garnishments, saving bonds, union dues, etc.
• Processes direct deposit reversals/stop payments and confirmations with bank.
• Sets up and maintains tax profile (employee level).
• Maintains employees' work schedules in Ceridian Time & Attendance Systems.
• Communicates and researches payroll information for employees, managers, and bank personnel.
• Controls and files time entry documents received.
• Audits timekeeping data.
• Assists in preparing and processing payroll journal entries.
• Complies with applicable safety rules and regulations.
• Performs other related duties and projects as assigned at the discretion of the Manager, Payroll.

Requirements

• Six (6) years of progressive related payroll experience.
• High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate.
• Ability to apply a good understanding of payroll procedures and techniques to specific situations.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to tactfully handle payroll questions and resolve problems.
• Skill in performing basic mathematical computations with accuracy.
• Knowledge of FLSA and Wage & Hour requirements.
• Knowledge of applicable software program (i.e. MS Office suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• English language proficiency.

Benefits

• Inclusive organization that embraces diversity and recognizes employees' individuality and unique contributions.
• Commitment to developing a future-ready workforce by helping employees develop skills for the jobs of tomorrow.