What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Accountant position at Seattle Housing Authority?
We offer competitive salary, great benefits, and work that matters to our community.
The Organization: The Seattle Housing Authority (SHA) is a growing, innovative, and mission-driven agency; our headquarters are nestled in vibrant Lower Queen Anne, with numerous field offices operating across the city of Seattle. We are committed to housing equity throughout the city, fostering an inclusive workplace for our 800 employees. Our focus is expanding housing opportunities, building strong communities, and promoting racial and social justice equity.
SHA's talented workforce has made us a nationally recognized leader in housing and development. We embrace diversity and create an environment where employees can thrive. Benefits include competitive pay, flexible work arrangements, learning opportunities, and affinity groups.
At SHA, we value your unique perspective and background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every qualification. Our hiring practices prioritize diversity and equity. Learn more in our diversity policy and equity policy.
The position: We are seeking to fill a payroll accountant position. Under the general direction of the Payroll Manager, maintain primary responsibility for at least five of the representative duties and backup for the remaining duties. Analyze and assist with all aspects of the agency-wide annual payroll in compliance with all SHA policies and regulatory guidelines. Provide confidential payroll-related customer service and information to internal and external customers. In addition, provide confidential payroll systems analysis, support, and maintenance of the Kronos Time and Attendance System (TAS). Maintain strict standards of confidentiality for all sensitive information. For additional information on the job, please see the full Job description.
- Analyze and assist in processing bi-weekly and special payrolls, assuring compliance with SHA policies and procedures, federal and state laws, and collective bargaining agreements as they relate to payroll administration. Monitor the time and attendance system to ensure that all payroll charges are posted to appropriate general ledger accounts, and in accordance with budgeted labor distribution accounts. Respond to payroll-related information requests from internal and external customers.
- Provide support for payroll system & Kronos, including, but not limited to, researching and resolving problems, unexpected results or process flaws; perform scheduled activities; may recommend solutions or alternate methods to meet requirements. Serve as the SHA Payroll lead for the Kronos TAS. Responsible for analyzing and conducting bi-weekly timecard audits to ensure compliance with all applicable policies and regulations.
- Develop user procedures, guidelines, and documentation. Train clients on new processes/functionality. Train new system users. Serve as the agency's primary Kronos/payroll trainer by developing and conducting Kronos/payroll training, which includes one-on-one new manager trainings, monthly New Employee Orientations, and departmental trainings.
- Measure, and continue to improvement service delivery to assist in attaining the unit/program/department initiatives and goals, agency core strategies, and mission through a spirit of service, teamwork and respect. Work respectfully and courteously with other employees, residents and the general public. Follow direction and work well under pressure.
Your work includes making decisions involving interpretation or exercising independent judgment within the framework of established policy, procedures, and laws. Performance of the duties requires the application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles; Accounting Standards skills; and the exercise of initiative, tact, diplomacy, and teamwork. The position requires competency in working with electronic software as well as the full suite of Microsoft Office products.
How to Apply:
- Complete the online NeoGov application by clicking the Apply button in the upper right-hand corner of this posting.
- The work experience and education sections should be updated with your latest information. SHA does not accept external attachments for resumes and cover letters.
- Answer the Agency-Wide questions. Please note that if this is not your first SHA application, you should still review and update the agency-wide questions.
- Answer the supplemental questions, if applicable.
Education and Experience:
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration required.
- Four additional years of directly relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the required degree.
- Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) desirable, but not required.
Experience
- At least two years’ experience in an automated payroll environment.
- Experience using JDE/PeopleSoft HRIS/Payroll, and Kronos Workforce Central systems preferred.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will possess the following additional core skills and characteristics:
- Enjoys working collaboratively as either a team leader or team member.
- Keen analytical and problem-solving abilities; able to see the big-picture.
- Has strong attention to detail, willingness to learn and pro-organizational skills.
- Great communicator with calm personality and a commitment to confidentiality.
- A competent working knowledge and comfort with business electronic applications (financial systems, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, Teams, Zoom).
- Is comfortable in his/her own skin, has a good sense of humor, interacts with others at all levels in the organization comfortably and with equity and respect.
- Working knowledge of federal, state, and local guidelines, as well as payroll best practices.
- The ideal candidate is a strong leader with vision, integrity, compassion, humility, and empathy.
What will you do?
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The Location: Seattle, WA
Why Should You Apply?
- Competitive salary
- Great benefits
- We offer medical, dental, vision insurance, and Public Employees' Retirement (PERS).
- We also offer generous paid leave and holidays.
- Reasonable hours
- Opportunity for part-time remote work, depending on position.
- Opportunities for additional on-the-job training
Salary : $38 - $53
