Payroll Processor Fiscal Analyst 2 Non-Permanent
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Thurston County, WA - USA
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Job Summary
- Description
Title- Payroll Processor
Classification- Fiscal Analyst 2
Job Status- Full-Time Non-Permanent
Appointment Length- Length 12 months October 1 2026 September 30 2027
WDFW Program- Financial ServicesProgram
Duty Station- Olympia Washington Thurston CountyHybrid/Telework- While this position may offer a hybrid work arrangement the successful candidate must be available to report to the Olympia WA headquarters as needed.
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Perform a broad range of complex and time sensitive payroll and benefit functions that directly support all WDFW programs and staff statewide.
Administer payroll services serving as a key resource for employees and others by administering payroll services and responding to inquiries.
You will also support and coordinate health benefits long term disability and leave programs ensuring information is administered accurately and efficiently.
What to Expect:
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role the Payroll Processor will
Process Payroll and Benefits:
- Enter payroll actions as they are received from the Human Resources Department.
- Review and enter required payroll documents into appropriate systems.
- Enter taxable payments to employees into HRMS.
- Print and distribute required payroll documents.
- Research analyze audit and resolve complaints inquiries and problems dealing with pay insurance benefits state retirement federal and state taxes and recurring deductions at the request of the employees agency managers budget section human resources and other state and federal agencies.
- Act as a liaison between Department employees and insurance benefits related matters.
- Provide employees with information on where to locate forms and other requested information or materials such as PEBB Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA) Retirement and Labor & Industries.
Process Timesheets in Total Time:
- Audit and authorize hours entered on timesheets for accuracy related to overtime compensatory time exchange time vacation leave sick leave shared leave and other types of leave taken twice a month during payroll cutoff.
- Verify that employees have leave balances greater or equal to the leave they have recorded.
- Determine if the hours are in accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreements Washington Administrative Code (WAC) and Revised Code of Washington (RCW).
- Enter corrected timesheets into HRMS and/or Total Time for any retroactive payments and/or overpayments.
Benefits Administration and other duties as assigned:
Analyze and examine all medical dental long-term disability and retirement forms for completeness and accuracy.
Complete transmittals for transferring employees filing completing Verification of Employment forms.
Working Conditions:
Work setting including hazards:
- Work environment is a busy office setting located at the Natural Resource Building in Olympia Washington with potential for a hybrid option (see schedule information below).
- Office environment may include working under fluorescent light repetitively entering data into computer and extended periods of sitting or standing.
Schedule:
- Requirement of 40% in-person with the possibility of 60% telework as determined after initial trail service period is passed and training is complete. Initial trial service period is 100% in person.
- Core business hours are typically Monday Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Scheduled work hours may be flexible and occasionally include working more than 40 hours per week or weekends to meet deadlines during payroll cut-off and open enrollment periods (limited leave approved during this time).
Travel Requirements: Occasional travel may be required throughout the state to attend training meetings and conferences.
Customer Interactions:Large volume of communication with field and office staff by phone email and in person.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
Option 1: Associate degree in general studies business public administration accounting economics statistics or relevant field.
And
One (1) year of professional experience in accounting budget finance payroll or public administration.
Option 2: At least six (6) months of experience as a Fiscal Analyst 1.
Option 3: Equivalent experience which is equal to three (3) or more years of professional experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
In addition to the required qualifications our ideal applicant will possess one or more of the following:
- Knowledge of state laws collective bargaining agreements (CBA) and various state agency policies as they pertain to payroll and leave and benefits entitlement.
- Professional knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) state government accounting rules and the Statewide Accounting and Administrative Manual (SAAM).
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and/or Office 365.
- Basic understanding of W-4 and Social Security and Medicare taxes.
Experience with:
- Washington State Agencys SAP HRMS with responsibility performing the following tasks: processing payroll benefit and leave transactions analyzing employee leave balances and adjusting leave accruals.
- Analyzing reviewing and reconciling data and reports within or between financial and administrative systems.
Your application must include the following:
- A completed online application showcasing how your qualifications align with the job requirements.
- An up-to-date resume.
- A cover letter detailing your interest in the position your relevant skills and experience and why you are the ideal candidate.
- At least three professional references with current contact information.
- Supplemental Information
In addition topayand otherspecial employee programs there are otherbenefitsthat WDFW employees may be eligible for. Click the Benefits tab at the top of this announcement to learn more.
Important Note:
All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents please use the following link: -WFSE:
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the State of Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). This recruitment may be used to fill positions in addition to those listed.
Veteran and Military Spouse Preference Notice:
- Notify us of your veteran or military spouse status by email at .
- Veterans only Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy) NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
- Please redact any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers.
- Subject line must include recruitment number position and spouse/veteran (example: 2024-1234 Biologist 1 Veteran)
- Include your name as it appears on your application in .
Diversity Equity and Inclusion Employer
As part of WDFWs efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications. Therefore we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome are treated fairly and respectfully. All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit Agency and the citizens of Washington.
The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural racial ethnic sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women racial and ethnic minorities persons of disability persons over 40 years of age disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
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