Human Resources

Job Announcement Description

Job Title: Payroll Clerk
Department: Kane Regional Centers

SALARY:  $2,502.58 per month maximum

How to Apply:
Applications will be accepted between the hours of 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 
 All applications must be returned in person or by mail. A resume may not be substituted for an application.

Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or GED AND Two years of experience in a healthcare facility as a payroll or staffing coordinator using an automated time and attendance system.

Duties:

  • Reviews time records for completeness and accuracy, contacts individual supervisors to discuss or correct any anomalies, and enters data from exception logs.
  • Checks calculations on all types of overtime to insure employees receive proper compensation in accordance with collective bargaining agreements and federal law.
  • Verifies check amounts against original input to insure payments are proper and complete.
  • Sorts and distributes W-2 forms, occupational tax receipts and paychecks; mails paychecks to employee residences upon request.
  • Processes payroll changes, including employee requests for direct deposit, and forms for retirement and termination.
  • Reviews for conformance with contractual requirements and processes uniform allowances and weekend pay adjustments for payment.
  • Photocopies and inputs accounts payable vouchers and nursing agency invoices into the JD Edwards fiscal accounting software system.
  • Processes entries as needed into an automated scheduling software system.
  • Reviews and processes accident report forms; calculates employee pay relating to workers’ compensation.
  • Assists the Payroll Manager with periodic audits, reports, and verification of payroll data and related documentation.
  • Provides public information, such as employment verification, wages, etc., to authorized agencies, organizations, lending institutions, or legal authorities in accordance with current laws, rules, and regulations.
  • Performs related work as required or requested by the Payroll Manager, Accounting Manager, or Chief Financial Officer.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:

  • General office practices and procedures
  • Provisions of collective bargaining agreements relating to calculation of leave, overtime, shift differentials and uniform allowances
  • Federal and state laws relating to the calculation and payment of pay

Ability to:

  • Operate office equipment, i.e. personal computer, fax, copy machines
  • Understand written and oral instructions
  • Communicate effectively with co-workers, County officials, residents, and the public
  • Accurately perform arithmetic computations and calculations
  • Work weekends and travel to and from all four regional centers

Residency: Must become a resident of Allegheny County within one (1) year of appointment.

Veteran's Preference: Will be awarded to eligible candidates.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER-M/F/V/D