Fiscal Services Technician/Payroll
Summary
Process bi-monthly payroll for certificated and classified staff, manage deductions and benefits, and support fiscal services including accounts receivable, journal entries, budget reconciliations, and audit preparation for a Sacramento-based education organization.
GENERAL SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Fiscal Services Manager, perform a range of accounting functions in accordance with organization policies and all applicable federal and state requirements. This position provides support across payroll, accounts receivable, budget and general ledger activities, including journal entries, accruals, allocations, account analysis and reconciliations.
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Prepare and submit bi-monthly payrolls for certificated and classified employees
- Set up and adjust payroll deductions
- Resolve discrepancies between payroll and information from other sources (i.e., benefit providers)
- Monitor payment of employee taxes, benefits, and voluntary deductions
- Maintain a variety of manual and electronic documents, files and/or records (e.g., employment verifications, leave, deduction and payroll information, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining an up-to-date trail for reference and ensuring compliance with established regulations.
- Maintain cash receipts log and prepare weekly deposits
- Code and post deposits to the general ledger
- Prepare supporting documentation for audits
- Assist with accounts receivable
- Assist with year-end close – reconcile payroll clearing accounts, prepare vacation and payroll accrual entries
- Perform related duties as assigned.