What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Analyst position at Department of Administrative Services?
Initial Posting Date:
01/24/2025
Application Deadline:
02/09/2025
Agency:
Department of Administrative Services
Salary Range:
$4,409 - $6,123
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Payroll Analyst
Job Description:
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! Payroll Analyst
Are you passionate about ensuring accurate payroll processes, delivering excellent customer service, and working in a dynamic team environment? The Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is seeking a Payroll Analyst to join our mission-driven team in supporting state government operations that benefit all Oregonians.
DAS is the backbone of Oregon’s state government, driving accountability and efficiency in financial, human, and information resources. We provide critical services to state and local agencies, empowering them to fulfill their missions effectively.
As a Payroll Analyst, you play a key role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.
Duties include:
- Audit timesheets, verify deductions, and ensure compliance with policies and regulations, including the Oregon Accounting Manual (OAM), GAAP, and collective bargaining agreements.
- Serve as the go-to expert for employees, supervisors, and client agencies on payroll policies and procedures.
- Investigate and correct payroll errors, manage overpayments, and handle special payroll scenarios.
- Manage new hire orientations, exit processes, and insurance coverage options, including ACA and COBRA compliance.
- Partner with Central Payroll to enhance system processes and ensure data accuracy.
This position requires on-site training. After completing training, you may have the flexibility to transition to a hybrid remote work schedule.
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What We Are Looking For
Minimum Qualifications:
- Two years of experience analyzing, calculating, recording, and maintaining routine financial information that must include accounting, financial or numerical data, or payroll processing; OR
- At least 96 quarter (64 semester) credit hours or an associate’s degree from an accredited college, university, or vocational technical school that includes 12 quarter (8 semester) hours in accounting, business, or finance; OR
- Possession of a Certified Payroll Professional’s (CPP) certificate; OR
- One year of experience analyzing, calculating, recording, and maintaining routine financial information that must include accounting, data, or payroll processing AND at least 44 quarter (29 semester) credit hours from an accredited college, university, or vocational-technical school that includes 8 quarter (5 semester) hours in accounting, business or finance; OR
- One year of experience analyzing, calculating, recording, and maintaining routine financial information and must include accounting, data, or payroll processing AND possession of a payroll certification from an accredited college, university, or vocational-technical school.
Desired Attributes:
- Exceptional customer service and communication skills, with a proven ability to support a diverse customer base.
- Proficiency in using software applications, including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Word.
- Demonstrated ability to stay current with evolving software tools and technologies.
- Strong skills in defining, interpreting, and adhering to policies, auditing standards, and internal control practices.
- Experience with automated payroll systems.
- Expertise in analyzing and verifying data for accuracy and completeness.
- Detail-oriented with a solid understanding of payroll systems, accounting principles, and labor laws.
- Effective problem-solving abilities, thriving in fast-paced environments with shifting priorities.
- Clear and concise communicator, capable of explaining complex policies to employees and managers effectively.
Preference Statement:
- Preference may be given to individuals with expertise and experience in researching and auditing financial data and/or financial systems.
Application Details and Instructions
- Visit theState of Oregon job opportunities webpageto submit your application. Please ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume. If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employeeWorkdayaccount.
- This announcement is for one, full-time, permanent, SEIU Represented Payroll Analyst position.
- Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference, as it is not available for you to view after the announcement deadline. If you have questions about the announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact the Recruiter Cassie Graham,cassie.graham@das.oregon.gov, 503-949-6169.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
Join us and work in a team that contributes to our mission of supporting Oregon’s state government with integrity and efficiency.
Join us and work in a team that contributes to our mission of supporting Oregon’s state government with integrity and efficiency.
Our amazing
benefits
include:- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family.
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 11 paid holidays annually.
- 3 personal business days each year.
- 8 hours of sick leave accrued monthly.
- Progressive vacation leave that grows with your years of service.
- Additional Benefits: Life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare.
- Wellness: Resources to support work-life balance, health, and overall satisfaction.
- Career Growth Opportunities: Access to professional development and advancement to build your career with the State of Oregon.
- Get There
- Oregon’s easy-to-use carpool matching tool and trip planner.
- Student Loan Forgiveness: As a state employee, you may qualify for thePublic Service Loan Forgiveness(PSLF) program, helping you achieve financial freedom while making a difference.
- Live, work, and play inSalem, Oregon.
If you have a desire to make a difference in the lives of Oregonians, apply today!
Additional Details
- Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.
- Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
- Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For more information, please visitVeterans Resources.
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The Department of Administrative Services is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity. At the Department of Administrative Services, we embody the value of hiring a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce revitalizes our state. We value diversity and foster a positive and welcoming environment where all employees can thrive.
