Payroll Technician IV Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/detroit/jobs/newprint/4710649) Apply  Payroll Technician IV Salary $47,689.00 - $55,943.00 Annually Location Michigan, MI Job Type Certified-Regular Civil Service Job Number 20240243303134OCFOJS Department Off Chf Financial Officer Division Payroll Audit Opening Date 10/29/2024 Closing Date 12/30/2024 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit 7100-Senior Accountants Analysts and Appraisers As + Description + Benefits + Questions Description Be a Part of the City You Love! The Office of the Chief Financial Officer - Controllers division is accepting applications for a Payroll Technician IV position. Position Summary Under general supervision, responsible for performing advanced technical and clerical accounting and financial record keeping activities involving the preparation, processing and maintenance of payroll. Review the computation of payroll and ensure processes are in accordance with government regulations. Examples of Duties + Coordinate and participate in the processing of payroll including the computation and posting of employee time, subtraction of appropriate deductions and preparation of required reports. + Prepare payroll journal adjustments, audit payroll accounts and transactions, and prepare supporting documentation. + Ensure incoming time and attendance and personnel transactions are accurate and conform to applicable ordinances and legislations. + Reconcile, assist with the preparation of, and file W-2's as well as quarterly, year-end, and related payroll tax reports to ensure compliance with federal and state tax agency requirements. + Process retroactive pay adjustments. + Establish and maintain all files and records necessary to ensure that city employees are correctly and punctually paid. + Analyze and troubleshoot payroll issues. + Ensure timely reporting and payment of the employer's and employees' withholding taxes and miscellaneous withholdings to appropriate agencies. + Maintain confidentiality of personnel, payroll records and reports. + Perform special projects as required. Minimum Qualifications Qualifications (required): + High school diploma or G.E.D. (General Educational Development) equivalent. + Minimum three (3) to five (5) years of experience in processing or verifying payroll. Qualifications (preferred): + Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field of study. Equivalency Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis. Supplemental Information Evaluation Plan + Interview: 70% + Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30% Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100% Additional points may be awarded for: + Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points + Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points LRD:02/12/2024 EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following: HEALTH + Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits. + Dental + Vision INSURANCE + Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent. + Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement. PAID TIME OFF + Sick Leave + Vacation + Holidays OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave, RETIREMENT BENEFITS City Employees Retirement System As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after: • Completion of thirty (30) years of service; - At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or - At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service. • In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply); - An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service; • Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age. ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions. Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit. 01 Please indicate your highest level of education completed + High School Diploma/GED + Associate's Degree + Bachelor's Degree + Master's Degree + PhD/J.D. + No Education experience 02 How many years of experience do you have in processing or verifying payroll? + None + 1-2 Years + 3-4 Years + 5 or more years Required Question Agency City of Detroit Address Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226 Website http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email