At The Arc Erie County New York, we support children and adults with disabilities and their families in achieving their desired quality of life by creating opportunities through comprehensive quality services. As a leading agency in Western New York for over 71 years, we take pride in our mission and advocacy that builds and strengthens the entire community.Our Position: We are currently seeking a Payroll Processor for our corporate office located in Williamsville, NY to assist in the administration of employee payroll, systems processing, and/or employee relations. This position will involve:
- Electronically responding to miscellaneous payroll inquiries from staff.
- Distributing paychecks to staff and delivering live checks to the Post Office.
- Maintaining various office records and ensuring confidentiality of all payroll and personal information.
- Utilizing Microsoft Excel on a consistent basis for reporting
- Compiling wage reports, processing payroll reductions, and reviewing employee timesheets for accuracy.
Our Schedule: Mon-Fri 7:30am- 4:00pm (40 hrs. per week)Our Requirements:
- Associate's degree PLUS two years of payroll experience.
OR
- High School diploma or equivalent PLUS four years of payroll experience.
PLUS
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications (specifically Microsoft Excel)
- Knowledge of financial accounting and record keeping practices, knowledge of office terminology and procedures, and computer and spreadsheet proficiency.
Our Benefits: What can The Arc Erie County offer you? Along with a pay rate of $20-$23 per hour, we offer an affordable Benefit package (medical, dental & vision), excellent PTO, great work-life balance, opportunity for advancement, 403b Retirement plan with employer contribution, positive & diverse work environment, opportunity to work remotely as well as being a part of a dynamic, engaging, & fun team!See our full Job Description listed below:Job DescriptionJob Title:Payroll ProcessorDepartment:PayrollJob Grade:2Position Summary:Provides payroll processing support for staff payroll. Backs up the Senior Payroll Processor keeping current with procedures. Reporting Relationship: Receives direct supervision from the Payroll ManagerJob Duties and Responsibilities:
- Electronically responds to miscellaneous payroll inquiries from staff.
- Responsible for the distribution of paychecks and taking live checks to the Post Office.
- Maintains a variety of office records and completes various employment verification forms.
- Maintains complete confidentiality of all payroll/personal information of individuals and staff.
- Certified Wage Reporting monthly for NYSID contracts.
- Responsible for agency generated payroll deductions (Delta, Regal).
- Reviews staff timesheets for accuracy of hours, benefit time and managerial approvals.
- Compiles Overtime reports to ensure that shifts/hours are costed and paid correctly.
- Responsible for the reconciliation of specific employee deductions and creating the corresponding check requests for Fiscal
- Responsible for compiling and distributing quarterly benefit time accrual reports to the Fiscal Department and managers
- Will continually work on cross training to develop skills within the Department.
- All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Education Requirements:Associate's Degree PLUS two years payroll experienceOR High School Diploma or equivalent PLUS four years payroll experience.PLUSKnowledge of financial accounting and record keeping practices, knowledge of office terminology, procedures; computer and spreadsheet proficient. Ability to follow oral and written directions and prepare correspondence, reports, and other materials. Strong Microsoft Excel skills are preferred. Ability to maintain confidentiality.A valid NYS Driver's licenseAgency Principles:
- All staff members of The Arc Erie County will assure and demonstrate the promotion of fundamental rights and protections for the people that we support. These include practices that treat people with dignity and respect at all times, ensure safety, best possible health/well-being and provide the person with continuity and personal security through the use of natural supports, positive relationships and opportunities for integration in the community. Staff members should also advocate and work toward assisting the people we support through person-centered planning to achieve the personal outcome goals that they have chosen by facilitating the plans and positive supports necessary to assist the person in progressing toward each outcome.
- Demonstrates the agency values of integrity, respect, responsibility, trust, teamwork, positive attitude, learning and honesty in working with students (persons), families, colleagues and members of our community.
Essential Job Functions:
- Physical demands and Exposure Risk outlined on attached form (A)
- Mental Requirements: The ability to read, write, analyze, be perceptive/comprehensive, show good judgement, have good decision making skills, independent action, planning and prioritizing and following directions. Work independently as well as cooperatively with others. Must be able to meet deadlines.
- Human Relations Skills: The ability to communicate with individuals in a positive manner. Receive supervision instructions in a positive manner. Adhere to and administer Agency's policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Maintain a professional attitude and appearance at all times.
- Equipment Operation: Proficient in the operation of the computer, copier and fax machine.
Good attendance is vital for the efficient and effective operation of quality programming and is an essential job function of this position.This position is NON-EXEMPT from the overtime requirements of the Fair Labor Standard Act.The Arc Erie County New York retains the right to change this job description at any time.The Arc Erie County New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and strong advocate of workforce diversity. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran.