Assistant Payroll/Accounts Payable Clerk

Position Overview

Assisting with payroll and accounts payable functions for Jefferson County.

Essential Responsibilities & Functions

· Maintains payroll information by collecting, calculating, and entering data.

· Updates payroll records by entering changes in exemptions, insurance coverage, savings
deductions, and job title and department/division transfers.

· Prepares reports by compiling summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability,
and nontaxable wages.

· Determines payroll liabilities by calculating employee federal and state income and social
security taxes and employer's social security, unemployment, and workers compensation
payments.

· Resolves payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.

· Provides payroll information by answering questions and requests.

· Maintains payroll operations by following policies and procedures; reporting needed
changes.

· Maintains employee confidence and protects payroll operations by keeping information
confidential.

· Processing payroll claims submitted by the Payroll Clerk

· Processing accounts and payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures
submitted by various departments

· Preparing various monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports

· Reconciling monthly end of month reports to ensure proper balance with County
Treasurer

· Preparing end of month reports for departments to maintain their budget

· Entering appropriations and transfers into accounts payable system

· Follow all outlined office procedures as detailed

· Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed and assistance in
other areas of the office.

Knowledge & Experience Requirements

Analyzing Information, Data Entry Skills, Use of Excel Spreadsheets, High degree of Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Confidentiality, Thoroughness, General Math Skills, Financial Software, Reporting Skills, Verbal Communication, and Organization

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $38,690-$40,624/year

Benefits offered:

· Paid time off

· Health insurance

· Dental insurance

· Other types of insurance

· Retirement benefits

Please submit resume or pick up/return application to the Jefferson County Clerk’s Office located at: 101 W. Barraque Suite 101, Pine Bluff, AR 71601

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38,690.00 - $40,624.50 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $38,690 - $40,624