Executive Administrator - Payroll

Executive Administrator – Payroll

The office of the Athens City Auditor is accepting applications for the position of Executive Administrator - Payroll. This position performs accounting, reconciling, balancing, auditing, report-generating tasks in keeping all payroll and related accounts and records.  Some independent judgment and initiative are required.  The Executive Administrator - Payroll position is in pay grade 5 with a starting hourly rate of $23.01. This position is in the unclassified service of the City and is covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act.  

Essential Functions:

• Performs computer operations associated with the preparation of biweekly payrolls, maintenance of the payroll        documents and files, and preparation of biweekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll related reports, including Federal Income Tax and Medicare deposits and reports, and all other deduction reports on a biweekly basis.


• Generates reports for the Public Employees Retirements Systems, Police and Fire Pension Funds, City, State and Federal Income Tax, and Ohio Bureau of Employment Service.


• Issues W-2’s for employees.


• Formats new reports and computer reprogramming that becomes necessary as a result of labor negotiations and city ordinances.


• Assumes other responsibilities and performs other related duties as needed.

Position Qualifications:

• Completion of high school and the equivalent of an associate’s degree in accounting.


• One to three years of relevant work experience.


• Must be familiar with Federal and State payroll regulations and reporting deadlines.
  

Position Specifications

• Meet the attendance requirements of the position.


• Knowledge of business English, math, and modern office policies and procedures.


• Excellent written, oral, organizational and interpersonal communications skills.


• Knowledge of and experience with computer programs associated with payroll.

Competitive Benefits Package:

• Comprehensive low-cost, low-deductible health plan, among the most affordable in the state.


• Vision and Dental Insurance


• Life Insurance


• Pension: 14% public employee pension match through OPERS.


• Paid Parental Leave


• Paid Holidays, Sick Leave, and Vacation Time


• Complimentary Fitness Center Membership


• Medical and Childcare FSA 
  

This is a general description intended to provide general duties and qualifications. Any one position may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties that may be performed. It is not intended to cover all situations, or all necessary qualifications. Job descriptions are subject to change.

The City may consider any other equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

A background check is required post-offer.

New hires are required to be certified in First Aid and CPR at the time of the next available class.

The City of Athens, OH is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

This posting will remain open until filled. Please submit questions to: [email protected].