Title:  Payroll Specialist II

Overview

The Payroll Specialist II performs advanced payroll functions and supports reconciliation and reporting activities for payroll operations. This role provides backup and support for the financial components of payroll, including payroll payments, journal entries, and reporting, and may assist the Payroll Production Lead as needed. The position also supports audits, researches and helps document applicable state and federal payroll rules and regulations, resolves more complex discrepancies, and serves as a resource for payroll-related questions while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and adherence to deadlines.

The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of payroll processes, including multi-state tax withholding, and will thrive in a collaborative, small team environment where meeting ongoing deadlines is essential. This position requires strong attention to detail, comfort with data entry and mathematical calculations, and solid problem-solving skills. Experience with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel formulas, as well as Outlook and Teams is preferred, along with basic accounting knowledge. The successful candidate will be able to work independently while remaining flexible to direction from supervisors or peers, communicate clearly and professionally with employees and leadership, and maintain strict confidentiality in all aspects of the work.

Who May Apply

This position, Payroll Specialist II (Job Requisition #54536), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition.

• Payroll Specialist I (#54529)
• Payroll Specialist II (#54536)

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Chelsea Fionda at chelsea.fionda@vermont.gov.

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed primarily in a standard office setting. Some travel may be required for which private means of transportation must be available. Some work outside of normal office hours may be required. Strong differences of opinion may be encountered on a regular basis.

Minimum Qualifications

Two (2) years or more of college coursework in accounting, business or public administration, or related field AND three (3) or more years of experience in payroll processing, tax withholding and general accounting principles, or providing administrative-level support to a business or organization.

OR

Five (5) years or more of professional level experience in payroll processing, tax withholding and general accounting principles, or providing administrative-level support to a business or organization.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree
Working knowledge of payroll processing, tax withholding, multi-state taxation, and accounting
Experience or working knowledge of the PeopleSoft HCM (Human Capital Management), Financials, or Workday payroll systems
Knowledge of human resource principles and practices
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium
• Dental Plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan; many jobs also allow for a flexible schedule
• Low cost group life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.