ACA/Payroll Accountant Supervisor

ACA/Payroll Accountant Supervisor

Salary: $61,740.00 per year

SECTION I-JOB DESCRIPTION

SUMMARY

Manages the processing of countywide payroll and ensures timely filing of required quarterly state and federal payroll reports. This position is under the direction of the County Auditor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Supervises payroll team and county-wide payroll processing, personnel file maintenance, insurance and voluntary deductions, time and attendance, verification of all payroll information. Other duties as assigned. Must be able to maintain confidentiality of employee personnel records. Familiar with Excel and Word Programs, and IRS payroll regulations.

SECTION II-JOB REQUIREMENTS

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Associate's Degree in Accounting (closely related field) or equivalent work related experience. Preferred minimum of 4 years of payroll specific work related experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledgeable in federal, state guidelines for payroll related issues including maintenance, internal control, and payroll taxes. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups of individuals utilizing tact and diplomacy; ability to effectively respond to questions and complaints; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees, Elected/Appointed Officials, governmental representatives, precinct constituents, outside agencies, and the general public. Must be a multi-tasked individual.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have a valid Texas Driver's License and an acceptable driving record.

SECTION III-JOB DIMENSIONS

CONTACTS

External Contacts: General public and/or other agencies.

Internal Contacts: Constant contact with Elected/Appointed Officials, Division/Department Heads, and frequent contact with other County employees. Communicating is primarily face-to-face, via telephone, and through written communication.

RESPONSIBILITY

Will handle confidential information relative to Payroll related issues.

DIFFICULTY

Independent judgment is required for all duties. Coordination with staff to meet Payroll deadlines.

WORKING CONDITION:

Physical requirements include lifting/carrying 20lbs. occasionally; visual acuity, speech and hearing; hand and eye coordination, and manual dexterity necessary to operate computer keyboard and basic office equipment; subject to sitting for long periods of time, standing, walking, reaching, and twisting to perform the essential functions; working conditions are primarily inside an office environment.

This is not a Civil Service covered position.

Benefits: Cameron County Offers Excellent Fringe Benefits, Including: Health and Life Insurance Protection, Sick and Annual Leave, Retirement System, and Paid Holidays. Cameron County has a mandatory direct deposit payroll program.

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