Payroll Technician

  • Oregon Parks and Recreation
  • Salem, OR
  • Sep 30, 2021
Full time Financial Payroll Accounting Accounts Payable

Job Description

Title: Payroll Technician

Job Number: REQ-76858

Salary: $3,080 – $4,649 per month

Deadline: 10/14/2021 at 11:59pm Pacific Time

 

 

Do you have experience with Payroll Systems? Do you have knowledge of bookkeeping and AP/AR?

 

If this sounds like you, come join our leadership team as a Payroll Technician and support one of Oregon’s greatest resources – State Parks!

 

This position falls under the classification Accounting Technician 3.

 

 

Our Mission

OPRD’s mission is to provide and protect outstanding natural, scenic, cultural, historic and recreational sites for the enjoyment and education of present and future generations.

 

Our Operating Principles

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) believes Operating Principles are core values that, if mutually accepted and supported by all employees, will create a connected, respectful, and trusting work environment. Our Operating Principles are: Accountability, Commitment, Empathy, Empowerment, Fun, Integrity, Respect, & Well-being.

 

 

What you will do:

As a Payroll Technician, you will provide backup to the two other payroll technicians for the agency by providing complete payroll services for over 885 regular, seasonal and temporary employees. You will process payments to vendors who supply goods and services to the agency, post travel reimbursements and cash receipts to the agency Financial Management System (FMS2).

 

 

Minimum Qualifications:

(a) Three (3) years of technical support accounting experience. Two years of the experience must include a) coding transactions and checking them for propriety, b) balancing, and c) resolving discrepancies in computer edits.

OR
(b) At least 90 quarter (60 semester) credit hours from an accredited college, university, or vocational-technical school that includes 12 quarter (9 semester) hours in accounting.

Training or experience must include using a computer to enter, update, or retrieve information.

 

The State of Oregon is requiring all executive branch employees to complete their COVID-19 vaccination series by October 18, 2021 unless the employee receives a medical or religious exception. New employees must submit vaccination documentation or be approved for an exception by October 18, 2021. For more information, visit our policy listed here.

 

 

What we are looking for (Desired Attributes):

  • One (1) to Two (2) years of experience with payroll systems, principles and procedures.
  • A demonstrated understanding of Oregon Accounting Manual and the articles which pertain to payroll.
  • Outstanding attention to detail; ability to produce accurate work while meeting payroll timelines and deadlines.
  • Experience with updating records and creating reports using a variety of software programs including Microsoft Excel, OSPS, PEBB, and Workday.
  • Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
  • Experience with basic bookkeeping and accounting payable/receivable principles.
  • Ability to complete tasks accurately and efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Willingness to participate collaboratively as part of a team, as well as to work independently, seeking help when needed.
  • Experience in promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.

 

 

 

What's in it for you:

This is a fantastic opportunity to support millions of visitors connecting with the best state park system in America. You will work with a team of supportive, talented and highly motivated professionals. And, you’ll receive a fantastic benefits packaging including:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for the employee and qualified family members
  • Paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and 10 paid holidays per year
  • Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).

 

 

LINK TO OFFICIAL STATE APPLICATION (required):

https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Salem--OPRD--Central-Office/Payroll-Technician_REQ-76858

Occupations

Payroll and Benefits Administration, General-Other: Human Resources

URL

https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Salem--OPRD--Central-Office/Payroll-Technician_REQ-76858

Salary

$3,080 – $4,649 per month

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