What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Technician at Payroll Department position at Lodi Unified?
LODI UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
CLASS TITLE: PAYROLL TECHNICIAN
BASIC FUNCTION:
Perform technical work in the preparation and processing of certificated and classified payrolls; maintain records such as payroll deductions and employee records; ensure the accuracy of payments and deductions; assist the Payroll Manager in accomplishing the day-to-day activities of the unit. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
Individual positions may not perform all of the duties listed nor do these examples include all responsibilities of positions in this class. Perform technical work in the preparation and processing of certificated and classified payrolls. E Receive and compute certificated and classified payrolls; process and ensure accuracy of deductions for income tax, retirement and health insurance; prepare, code and enter payroll. E Verify time records, signatures, authorization, budget codes and related information; audit time cards for errors and double entry; post and maintain payroll records, including changes, adjustments and deductions. E Assist the Accounting Supervisor for Payroll in the preparation of PERS and STRS reports, state and federal tax reports, surveys and other projects as assigned. E Act as a resource to Payroll Assistants at the request of the Payroll Managaer. E Operate a computer terminal to input data and maintain records; type a variety of forms, reports, correspondence and other documents. E Receive financial documents; review for accuracy and compliance with legal procedural requirements. E Carry out steps necessary to authorize and ensure payments to personnel. E Post data to records; check and balance totals; research and compile information from PERS and STRS buy backs; prepare information for auditors as requested. E Perform computations and make changes to financial data; calculate and make adjustments for PERS, STRS and alternative retirement plans as required; set up and make changes to credit union, bank, TSA and other accounts for employees; calculate and maintain garnishments, wage assignments and tax levies as assigned. E Assist employees with a variety of information related to payroll, deductions and related information. E Serve as acting supervisor in the absence of the Payroll Manager as needed. Mail checks to banks or employees as requested. Perform related duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Payroll policies and procedures.
Preparation, maintenance, verification and processing of payroll records.
Operation of a computer terminal and data entry techniques.
Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
State Education Code, laws, rules and regulations related to payroll processing.
Mathematical concepts including percentages and fractions. ABILITY TO:
Perform technical work in the preparation and processing of certificated and classified payrolls without supervision.
Learn complex District payroll policies and procedures.
Monitor, adjust and reconcile payroll data.
Make arithmetic computations with speed and accuracy.
Read and interpret complicated written instructions and utilize good judgment in determining methods of application.
Learn the use of a computer terminal for file input, update and maintenance.
Work courteously with the public and school personnel using tact and patience.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Provide a valid typing certificate.
Meet schedules and time lines. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by college-level course work in accounting or related field, and three years of increasingly responsible clerical experience including financial/statistical record-keeping or payroll preparation. CONDITIONS: ENVIRONMENT:
Office environment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
Sitting for extended periods of time.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to file materials. Developed 11/01
Revised 5/04
Perform technical work in the preparation and processing of certificated and classified payrolls; maintain records such as payroll deductions and employee records; ensure the accuracy of payments and deductions; assist the Payroll Manager in accomplishing the day-to-day activities of the unit. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
Individual positions may not perform all of the duties listed nor do these examples include all responsibilities of positions in this class. Perform technical work in the preparation and processing of certificated and classified payrolls. E Receive and compute certificated and classified payrolls; process and ensure accuracy of deductions for income tax, retirement and health insurance; prepare, code and enter payroll. E Verify time records, signatures, authorization, budget codes and related information; audit time cards for errors and double entry; post and maintain payroll records, including changes, adjustments and deductions. E Assist the Accounting Supervisor for Payroll in the preparation of PERS and STRS reports, state and federal tax reports, surveys and other projects as assigned. E Act as a resource to Payroll Assistants at the request of the Payroll Managaer. E Operate a computer terminal to input data and maintain records; type a variety of forms, reports, correspondence and other documents. E Receive financial documents; review for accuracy and compliance with legal procedural requirements. E Carry out steps necessary to authorize and ensure payments to personnel. E Post data to records; check and balance totals; research and compile information from PERS and STRS buy backs; prepare information for auditors as requested. E Perform computations and make changes to financial data; calculate and make adjustments for PERS, STRS and alternative retirement plans as required; set up and make changes to credit union, bank, TSA and other accounts for employees; calculate and maintain garnishments, wage assignments and tax levies as assigned. E Assist employees with a variety of information related to payroll, deductions and related information. E Serve as acting supervisor in the absence of the Payroll Manager as needed. Mail checks to banks or employees as requested. Perform related duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Payroll policies and procedures.
Preparation, maintenance, verification and processing of payroll records.
Operation of a computer terminal and data entry techniques.
Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
State Education Code, laws, rules and regulations related to payroll processing.
Mathematical concepts including percentages and fractions. ABILITY TO:
Perform technical work in the preparation and processing of certificated and classified payrolls without supervision.
Learn complex District payroll policies and procedures.
Monitor, adjust and reconcile payroll data.
Make arithmetic computations with speed and accuracy.
Read and interpret complicated written instructions and utilize good judgment in determining methods of application.
Learn the use of a computer terminal for file input, update and maintenance.
Work courteously with the public and school personnel using tact and patience.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Provide a valid typing certificate.
Meet schedules and time lines. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by college-level course work in accounting or related field, and three years of increasingly responsible clerical experience including financial/statistical record-keeping or payroll preparation. CONDITIONS: ENVIRONMENT:
Office environment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
Sitting for extended periods of time.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to file materials. Developed 11/01
Revised 5/04
Salary : $27 - $33
