PayrollBenefits Analyst

is negotiable based upon related training education and experience.

PAYROLL:

• Reviews timecard submittals for accuracy and identifies corrections needed.
• Assists with biweekly payroll processing ensuring accuracy and compliance with agency policies.
• Assists employees with timesheet and payroll-related questions.
• Assists with employee payroll maintenance each pay period.
• Assists with review of requests from employees and submits changes to employee payroll deductions for approval through workflow as needed.
• Prepares employment verifications as requested.
• Maintains payroll files.
• Assists with preparation of monthly quarterly and annual reports.
• Develops and prepares payroll reports as requested.

BENEFITS:

• Assists employees with basic benefits questions.
• Assists with annual open enrollment and enrollment of new hires including basic employee questions and BenefitSolver access.
• Assists with review of employee entries in the BenefitSolver portal for accuracy and submits corrections for approval as necessary.
• Supports onboarding of new hires with benefit enrollment and required documentations.
• Assists with administration of insurance deductions within employee records and applicable changes every pay period as necessary.
• Serve as a benefits resource for employees who have a Qualified Life Event.
• Assists with records maintenance data entry and monthly insurance billings.
• Prepares benefits reports as requested.

OTHER:

• Performs all other duties as assigned or required.
• Ability to communicate clearly respectfully and effectively within the agency.
• Must maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with applicable laws regulations and policies.

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance or Business Administration
• Two (2) years experience as an accountant or in a related position
• Consideration may be given to equivalent combination of related training education and experience
• Internal applicants must have completed the Seminole County Sheriffs Office one (1) year probationary period
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Drivers License

Regular and prompt attendance is mandatory in the performance of an employees duties for this position to include scheduled work hours and required training activities calls for mandatory overtime needs and calls for service during times of an emergency.

Knowledge of accounting practices and principles. Proficient in Microsoft Office with intermediate-level Excel skills competent computer efficiency ability to learn new systems and strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong organizational skills attention to detail and ability to work with confidential information. Capable of managing tasks independently while maintaining strong teamwork and communication. Familiarity with Tyler/Munis financial and timekeeping software currently used by the Sheriffs Office is a plus.

Ability to adhere to prescribed routines and practices; to work independently to achieve accurate and timely end product results; to maintain accurate and detailed financial records; to organize and assemble data to prepare accurate reports summaries and tabulations from it; to communicate with other departments/divisions agency offices and the general public in an effective manner; to multi-task; to maintain confidential records and reports.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment for this position is in an office atmosphere. Work is generally performed during normal business hours although the incumbent may be required to work any schedule that fulfills the needs of the position.

PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES REQUIREMENTS

Mobility-Mostly sedentary work but some standing and walking; constant use of a computer

Lifting-Able to lift 25 pounds

Visual-Constant overall vision; constant eye-hand coordination; frequent reading/close-up work

Dexterity-Frequent repetitive motion and reaching

Emotional/Psychological- Frequent public contact; decision-making and concentration

Special Requirements- Ability to behave respectably and with utmost integrity even when off duty. May be required to respond for any critical incident manmade or natural. Some assignments may require working weekends nights and/or occasional overtime

External applicants for employment will submit to a thorough background investigation which includes but not limited to past employment/education verification driver license review credit history prior drug use history arrest/conviction record and computerized voice stress analysis (CVSA) testing. A certified examiner administers the CVSA with questions addressing illegal drug use and general questions of honesty and criminal history. Any dishonesty or deception on the Employment Application will disqualify your application.

The background investigation process may take 3-6 months depending upon the complexity of the applicants background and position for which youve applied. Applicants selected for employment will be provided a conditional offer and required to submit to a medical examination with drug screening.

Candidates must also comply with the Agencys current Tattoo and Body Ornamentation Policy. A copy ofGeneral Order 28 - Dress and Appearance can be accessed here. An applicants tattoos and body ornamentation must be disclosed at the time of application and will be documented as part of the agencys review process even if otherwise meeting the Agencys policy.

Applicants not selected for employment will receive notification from the Human Resources Division to include justification based on the following disqualifiers: negative background failure to meet minimum qualifications as outlined in the specific job description or any additional information discovered during the interview process. Applicants will be eligible to reapply with the Seminole County Sheriffs Office after one year from date of notification.

The Seminole County Sheriffs Office is committed to a diverse work force is a drug free workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly support our military veterans and their families and encourage them to consider applying to agency job announcements for which they may qualify. Preference-Eligible Applicant service members and veterans and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans receive preference and priority and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Additionally certain Preference-Eligible Applicants may also be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment.