Payroll Administrator

OVERVIEW

Cache County is accepting applications for our Payroll Administrator position. The Payroll Administrator is responsible for managing all aspects of the payroll process ensuring that employees salaries and wages are calculated accurately paid on time and comply with federal state and local regulations.

The Payroll Administrator is a full-time benefited position primarily working Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. All benefits start on the first day! Medical Dental Vision Life 401k Utah Retirement System 14 paid holidays and 18 days of Personal Leave in 1st year.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Processes biweekly payroll - records employee work hours; calculates employee earnings; calculates employee withholdings (i.e. state taxes federal taxes social security retirement and insurance); monitors year-to-date records of wages deductions taxes and benefits; prepares and submits various reports related to wages retirement and benefits by the deadline.

Oversees the production and issuance of paychecks or electronic transfers to bank accounts.

Maintains payroll files ensuring accurate collection calculation and entry of data while maintaining confidentiality. Balance payroll accounts resolve discrepancies and address other payroll-related issues that may arise. Coordinate with HR staff to inform employees of payroll policies procedures and practices and to respond to payroll questions.

Reconcile and prepare state and federal tax payments; prepare and file state and federal payroll tax reports and returns; correct payroll journal entries as needed; monitor changes in tax laws as needed to ensure compliance with applicable laws. Research and stay up to date on tax laws and regulations including payroll withholding procedures. Processes W-2s garnishments and recovery services orders

Prepare the URS census and other reports and submit them to the appropriate authority for final review.

Ensure continuity of payroll; provide comprehensive ongoing training for payroll backup; coordinate recurring payroll tasks assigned to HR or others; and monitor completeness and accuracy.

Performs payroll-related duties and special projects as required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience: Bachelors degree in accounting finance bookkeeping or related field; AND Three (3) years of responsible experience related to the above duties preferably in governmental accounting.

ABOUT CACHE COUNTY

Cache Valley is a beautiful place to live and work. Its a treasure trove of outdoor adventures hands-on heritage experiences and performing and fine arts. Our beautiful agricultural valley is nestled between two majestic mountain ranges and just barely off the beaten path. The city of Logan boasts Utah State University and access to outdoor adventure is unparalleled. You can work downtown and explore the Wasatch Cache National Forest in less than a 10-minute drive. That means endless hiking rock climbing birdwatching mountain biking skiing and snowmobiling. Our sizzling performing arts scene has gained us the reputation of Utahs Heart of the Arts with three historic theaters in one block world-renowned opera Broadway and touring productions.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

The State of Utah is an equal-opportunity employer. Hiring is done without regard to race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity age or disability.

Reasonable accommodations are provided to individuals with known disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. For accommodation information or if you need special accommodation to complete the application process please contact our HR Team at

Veterans Preference (Utah Code Ann. 71A-2-102): An applicant claiming veterans preference must do by providing sufficient information to identify the type of veterans preference requested. Additionally a copy of the applicants DD-214 must be attached to the resume. If a disabled preference is claimed a copy of the applicants letter from the VA stating the disability percentage granted must also be attached.

Required Experience:

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