• Laws, rules and regulations regarding the confidentiality of payroll related records.
  • Experience with interpretation and implementation of FLSA concepts, particularly related to public safety.
  • Research and report preparation techniques related to a wide variety of payroll programs and projects.
  • Bookkeeping and accounting principles; methods and techniques of automated record keeping and report generation.
  • Business arithmetic, basic statistics and statistical methods, basic accounting.
  • English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
  • Office practices and technology including personal computer hardware and software typically found in a modern office.

ABILITY TO:

  • Understand federal, state and local laws and regulations applicable to human resources administration, finance, and payroll processing.
  • Prepare, maintain, process, and reconcile a complex municipal payroll.
  • Maintain payroll records, reports, and files.
  • Train staff on payroll processes, procedures, and reports.
  • Know and understand all aspects of the job; analyze work papers, reports, and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and problem solve operational and technical policy and procedures.
  • Conduct research, prepare, and analyze data and statistics related to assignment, and prepare a variety of reports.
  • Safeguard and maintain the confidentiality of records.
  • Verify, reconcile, and balance a variety of records and information.
  • Interpret, explain, and apply applicable laws, codes, and regulations governing payroll administration.
  • Assist in implementing various policies and procedures.
  • Understand and carry out both oral and written instructions.
  • Organize work and set priorities for a variety of projects and tasks in an effective, efficient, and accurate manner while ensuring all deadlines are met.
  • Process payroll and prepare related reports, spreadsheets, and documentation.
  • Understand the provisions of the City's various Memoranda of Understandings and ensure compliance.
  • Collect data and conduct basic research and analysis.
  • Compile and maintain confidential and complex reports and files.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely; respond appropriately and effectively to the needs of internal and external customers.
  • Prepare and present clear, concise, and logical written and oral reports.
  • Use computer technology and applications in the performance of daily activities.