SFE- PAYROLL SPECIALIST

Step into an exciting opportunity with the City of Coppell as a Payroll Specialist and showcase your expertise in payroll and financial operations! In this role, you’ll leverage your precision and attention to detail to manage payroll systems, process accurate bi-weekly payrolls, and ensure compliance with tax and reporting requirements. Collaborate with a supportive team, refine your skills in accounts payable, and contribute to the seamless financial operations of a thriving city. This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to elevate your career, grow your knowledge, and play a pivotal role in a fast-paced, impactful environment. If you’re ready to apply your talent and make a difference, we can’t wait to hear from you—apply today!

Opportunity Description
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Schedule Commitment 
Regular attendance is an essential job function and generally works an 8:00-5:00 schedule, Monday through Friday. However, there will be times when it is necessary to work with your team and the department outside of the normal schedule including some overtime during peak payroll period and Accounts Payable end of fiscal year to provide our highest level of services to vendors, citizens, as well as internal departments. 

Pay Plan

This opportunity is non-exempt and on Pay Grade #10. The full Pay Grade Range is shown for growth and development opportunities within the grade. Salary determination is supported by budget availability and qualifications of the candidate to maintain internal equity. 

Hiring Range: $24.44-$29.94
Candidate Engagement Plan
This is our anticipated plan and is subject to change.

January 31-February 16: Accepting Applications
February 17-21: Application Material Review
February 24-28: Technical Phone Screenings
March 3-7: Candidates invited to move forward in the next step of our hiring process will be invited to complete a DISC Assessment and participate in a panel interview. 
March 17-21: Interview Experience

For application support, or to check the status of your application, contact the Employee Experience Team by calling 972-304-3699.  

Experience 

• High School Diploma/GED (required)
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (preferred).
• Additional desirable qualifications include APA certification, advanced/specialize training in payroll administration.
• Experience working in a municipal government setting is preferred.
• Experience in Payroll and a finance-related role is preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Knowledge

• Familiarity with municipal government operations, City policies, ordinances, and efficient administrative processes, or willingness to learn.
• Understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles, including performing mathematical calculations.
• Knowledge of payroll systems, data analysis, and processing requirements.

Skills

• Proficient in operating personal computers with word processing and spreadsheet software, as well as related office equipment such as ten-key machines, telephones, copiers, and fax machines.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Abilities

• Works closely with others as part of a team and manages multiple tasks simultaneously, often under strict time pressures and deadlines.
• Analyzes employee payroll data and source documents related to payroll processing.
• Communicates effectively with City officials and employees in English, both verbally and in writing.

Who We Are

The City of Coppell is dedicated to serving the community, as well as employees of the City, and providing the highest level of service as constructively and efficiently as possible. For the Strategic Financial Engagement (SFE) department, we pride ourselves on being a cohesive, effective, resilient team that values each other for their personal attributes and professional contributions. The importance of further developing our culture, empathy in the workplace, building leadership on all levels, and supporting one another to reach our goals, are cornerstones to the functions of the City.  We are strategic minded, believe that technology spurs innovation, and are constantly in search of ways to do things better. All employees lead with a servant’s heart and an understanding that we are here to provide the best quality of life for our citizens.  Our success depends on our everyday actions and decisions. We are humble, we are intentional, and we are teachable. 

The Strategic Financial Engagement team is made up of the following areas of responsibility:

• Accounting
• Accounts Payable
• Budget
• Payroll
• Procurement
• Utility Billing

Salary : $24 - $30