Initial Posting Date:

05/16/2024

Application Deadline:

05/27/2024

Agency:

Department of Administrative Services

Salary Range:

4,138.00 - 5,747.00

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Payroll Analyst | Multiple Positions Available!

Job Description:

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! – Payroll Analyst | Multiple Positions Available!

As a Payroll Analyst, you will utilize principles of accounting to interpret and analyze the expenditure processing, based on the Oregon Accounting Manual (OAM), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and statewide policies. This essential work includes:

• Paying employees correctly and timely by researching, interpreting, and applying established rules, policies, procedures, state and federal laws, and various union contracts.

• Assuring the accuracy of employee voluntary and mandated deductions.

• Providing guidance, direction and assistance to DAS and various customers regarding the appropriate payroll operations for compliance policies.

• Resolving errors, balances accounts, and ensures data integrity.

Please note these positions will require on-site training and upon completion you will have the opportunity to operate on a hybrid remote work schedule with 2 days a week on-site in the Salem office.

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Please Note:

While these positions are being recruited by the Department of Administrative Services (DAS), the positions are currently held at the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF). It is anticipated that the positions will permanently be moved under DAS in 2025 but may move sooner based on agency need and approval. The successful candidates will initially be hired by ODF but will immediately begin reporting to DAS leadership. These positions, and the incumbents, will remain in permanent status with no interruption to employment at any time during the position movement.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two years of experience analyzing, calculating, recording, and maintaining routine financial information that must include accounting, financial or numerical data, or payroll processing; OR

• At least 96 quarter (64 semester) credit hours or an associate’s degree from an accredited college, university, or vocational technical school that includes 12 quarter (8 semester) hours in accounting, business, or finance; OR

• Possession of a Certified Payroll Professional’s (CPP) certificate; OR

• One year of experience analyzing, calculating, recording, and maintaining routine financial information that must include accounting, data, or payroll processing AND at least 44 quarter (29 semester) credit hours from an accredited college, university, or vocational-technical school that includes 8 quarter (5 semester) hours in accounting, business, or finance; OR

• One year of experience analyzing, calculating, recording, and maintaining routine financial information and must include accounting, data, or payroll processing AND possession of a payroll certification from an accredited college, university, or vocational-technical school.

Desired Attributes:

• Excellent customer service and communication skills in supporting a diverse customer base.

• Proven ability to use a variety of software applications, including using Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Word.

• Track record of, and ability to remain current with a variety of software applications.

• Proven ability to define, interpret, and follow policy, auditing, and internal control practices.

• Experience working with an automated payroll system.

• Experience analyzing and verifying data for accuracy and completeness.

Application Details and Instructions

• Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Please ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume. If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday account.

• This announcement is for two, full-time, permanent, SEIU Represented Payroll Analyst positions.

• If you have questions about the announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, contact the Senior Talent Acquisition Analyst, Amber Hurtienne at: amber.hurtienne@das.oregon.gov | 503-798-3978.

The Benefits of Joining Our Team

Our team strives to create an environment that is supportive and encourages work-life balance and innovation.

Additional benefits include:

• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package .

• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.

• Get There - Oregon’s easy-to-use carpool matching tool and trip planner.

• Live, work, and play in Salem, Oregon .

Additional Details

• Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.

• Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.

• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For more information, visit Veterans Resources .

Helpful Links & Resources

Oregon Job Opportunities Webpage | How to Set Job Alerts

Workday Applicant FAQ | What You Need to Know to Get the Job

Pay Equity Information & Resources

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The Department of Administrative Services is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity