Georgia Ports Authority
Payroll Accountant
Georgia Ports Authority, Savannah, Georgia, United States, 31441
Job Description
JOB INFORMATION:
Job Title: Payroll Accountant
Department(s): 5070 - Finance
Location(s): Hutchinson Island
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
JOB OVERVIEW:
Under direct supervision of the Payroll Manager, performs a variety of duties related to the processing of payroll. Ensures all payroll procedures are compliant with federal and state regulations. Strives for accuracy, reliability, timeliness, and compliance with GPA policies. Conducts business with integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
Upholds the values of the GPA to promote Safety, Integrity, Respect, Community, Creativity and Opportunity. Promotes a safe work environment by participating in safety initiatives and reporting unsafe conditions and behaviors.
JOB DUTIES:
Processes both hourly (weekly) and salaried (semi-monthly) payrolls as well as special off cycle payroll runs.Checks all time cards and sheets to ensure proper coding for labor, vacation, sick leave, overtime, etc. and verifies total hours.Review and process hourly and salaried employee personnel action forms.Verify and audit employee payroll deductions for benefits, pension, taxes, etc...Processes off-line checks and manual payroll checks. Distributes checks and direct deposit notices.Prepares funding requests for salaried, hourly, and special run payroll distributions.Responsible for hourly and salaried employee garnishment disbursements serving as contact for federal and state departments.Ensures compliance with supplemental wage requirements including benefits, bonuses, gift cards, awards, etc.Reconciles monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll reports for federal and state labor and tax requirements.Provides support for open records release requests.Completes verifications of employment and wage statements for worker's compensation, etc.Actively identifies areas for process improvement and makes recommendations to management.Actively monitors for changes/updates to federal and state labor regulations and report to management.Support, as necessary, other areas in Finance such as Accounts Payable.JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge, Skills, AbilitiesExtensive knowledge of payroll processes as well as labor regulations and laws HighEnsures confidentiality and privacy of all employees. HighAbility to collaborate and communicate effectively and professionally with the GPA staff of all levels. HighKnowledge of general accounting principles and practices. MediumAbility to read, understand, and transcribe a variety of numeric/alphanumeric data. HighAbility to use calculator and Microsoft Excel required. High
Experience
Previous payroll experience RequiredSome experience in accounting RequiredExperience in accounting, auditing, or related field PreferredEducation
Required High School Diploma High School Diploma or equivalent requiredPreferred Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related fieldLicenses Certifications
TWIC - Transportation Worker Identification Credential Required Upon HireDriver's License - Valid state driver's license Required Upon Hire
Note: This job description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, job requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Management reserves the right to revise the job or to require the performance of different or additional tasks. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, an without direct threat to the health or safety of others.
Revised: 6/5/2024
Mission: To empower entrepreneurs, strengthen industries, sustain communities, and fortify families by relentlessly striving to accelerate global commerce.
JOB INFORMATION:
Job Title: Payroll Accountant
Department(s): 5070 - Finance
Location(s): Hutchinson Island
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
JOB OVERVIEW:
Under direct supervision of the Payroll Manager, performs a variety of duties related to the processing of payroll. Ensures all payroll procedures are compliant with federal and state regulations. Strives for accuracy, reliability, timeliness, and compliance with GPA policies. Conducts business with integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
Upholds the values of the GPA to promote Safety, Integrity, Respect, Community, Creativity and Opportunity. Promotes a safe work environment by participating in safety initiatives and reporting unsafe conditions and behaviors.
JOB DUTIES:
Processes both hourly (weekly) and salaried (semi-monthly) payrolls as well as special off cycle payroll runs.Checks all time cards and sheets to ensure proper coding for labor, vacation, sick leave, overtime, etc. and verifies total hours.Review and process hourly and salaried employee personnel action forms.Verify and audit employee payroll deductions for benefits, pension, taxes, etc...Processes off-line checks and manual payroll checks. Distributes checks and direct deposit notices.Prepares funding requests for salaried, hourly, and special run payroll distributions.Responsible for hourly and salaried employee garnishment disbursements serving as contact for federal and state departments.Ensures compliance with supplemental wage requirements including benefits, bonuses, gift cards, awards, etc.Reconciles monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll reports for federal and state labor and tax requirements.Provides support for open records release requests.Completes verifications of employment and wage statements for worker's compensation, etc.Actively identifies areas for process improvement and makes recommendations to management.Actively monitors for changes/updates to federal and state labor regulations and report to management.Support, as necessary, other areas in Finance such as Accounts Payable.JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge, Skills, AbilitiesExtensive knowledge of payroll processes as well as labor regulations and laws HighEnsures confidentiality and privacy of all employees. HighAbility to collaborate and communicate effectively and professionally with the GPA staff of all levels. HighKnowledge of general accounting principles and practices. MediumAbility to read, understand, and transcribe a variety of numeric/alphanumeric data. HighAbility to use calculator and Microsoft Excel required. High
Experience
Previous payroll experience RequiredSome experience in accounting RequiredExperience in accounting, auditing, or related field PreferredEducation
Required High School Diploma High School Diploma or equivalent requiredPreferred Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related fieldLicenses Certifications
TWIC - Transportation Worker Identification Credential Required Upon HireDriver's License - Valid state driver's license Required Upon Hire
Note: This job description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, job requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Management reserves the right to revise the job or to require the performance of different or additional tasks. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, an without direct threat to the health or safety of others.
Revised: 6/5/2024
Mission: To empower entrepreneurs, strengthen industries, sustain communities, and fortify families by relentlessly striving to accelerate global commerce.