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

District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority - Washington, DC

Full-time - Entry Level

Washington, DC

Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities

About the position

The Specialist, Payroll at DC Water plays a crucial role in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll for employees. This position involves collaborating with timekeepers and managers to manage payroll effectively, while also handling various payroll-related tasks such as setting up deductions, processing garnishments, and maintaining employee schedules in the Ceridian Time & Attendance Systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and processing of payroll efficiently and accurately.
• Set up employee level deductions such as saving bonds and union dues.
• Establish employee direct deposit information.
• Resolve Notices of Change (N.O.C.) from banks.
• Process garnishment, child support, tax levy, bankruptcy, and student loan collection orders.
• Request checks for garnishments, saving bonds, and union dues.
• Handle direct deposit reversals and stop payments with banks.
• Maintain tax profiles at the employee level.
• Manage employee work schedules in Ceridian Time & Attendance Systems.
• Communicate payroll information to employees, managers, and bank personnel.
• Control and file time entry documents received.
• Audit timekeeping data for accuracy.
• Assist in preparing payroll journal entries.
• Comply with applicable safety rules and regulations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by 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.
• Effective communication skills to handle payroll inquiries and resolve issues.
• Skill in performing basic mathematical computations accurately.
• Knowledge of FLSA and Wage & Hour requirements.
• Proficiency in applicable software programs, including MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $39.76 to $51.25 per hour.
• Union representation and support.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.