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Job Requirements:

Must be able to type 60 WPM or more

Workable knowledge of computerized payroll systems

Basic understanding of data processing

Operate various office machines, computers and printers

Extensive knowledge of State and Federal payroll rules and regulations

Ability to communicate proficiently verbally and in writing

Ability to operate keyboard, fax machine, copy machine, 10-key calculator efficientlyAbility to read and interpret documents such as time sheets, payroll forecasts, multiple union contracts and procedure manuals

Ability to write routine reports and correspondenceAbility to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimalsAbility to compute rates and percentages and to prepare payroll

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions

Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations

Ability to work with minimal supervisionComputer knowledge of Microsoft Office

Ability to meet various deadlines

Ability to work as part of a team

High School Diploma or GED and three-year related work experience, NON-NEGOTIABLE

Must be bondable

Restricted schedule during board meeting preparation, monthly/quarterly/annual reporting, NON-NEGOTIABLE

Job Duties:

Compiles payroll data such as hours worked, shift differentials, overtime hours, taxes, insurances, dues to be withheld, from time sheets and other records

Reviews wages computed and corrects errors to ensure accuracy of payrollPrepares quarterly and annual fiscal reports for INPRS, state and federal government agencies

Prepares periodic reports of earnings, taxes and deductionsHandles wage verification inquiriesUpdates and maintains records concerning holiday pay and acting pay

Maintains updated records of employees concerning sick time, vacation time, personal time and time returned

Types routine correspondence as required

Compiles and prints payroll salaries, overtime and any other statistical reports and chartsAnswers any questions regarding paychecks

Files correspondence and other records

Makes copies of correspondence and other printed matter

Makes general ledger entries for related payroll transactions

Pull data as requested for audits for State Board of Accounts

Performs other duties as assigned by Business Manager or CEO

Responsibility

Work must be performed without direct supervision, and requires much detail and accuracy. Majority of work involves telephone and personal contact.

Personal Work Relationships

Contact involves immediate staff, city employees, financial institutions and governmental agencies.

Work Environment

All work is performed in an office.

Hiring will be done in accordance with Hammond City Ordinance #8620 as it pertains to the residency requirement.

Position will to be posted internally from July 5, 2023 thru July 11, 2023. If position is not filled internally, it will be held open for external applications an additional ten (10) working days. The position will remain open until filled or no more than 10 working days.

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