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About the Department
About Seattle Parks and Recreation:
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is a national leader and innovator in the services and programs we provide to our residents who enjoy our public spaces such as parks, community centers, specialty gardens and swimming pools. Our mission is to equip employees and the public for well-being as we support healthy people, a thriving environment and vibrant community. We provide safe and accessible spaces for residents and visitors to work, recreate, rejuvenate and enhance quality of life and wellness for children, teenagers, adults and seniors. Delivering excellent customer service to all is a core value.
Equity & Inclusion
Seattle Parks and Recreation commits to advancing equity and social justice in our department and in every neighborhood by growing a dynamic and diverse workforce, developing strong investments, growth opportunities and beneficial partner strategies as we acknowledge and pledge to close disparities created by historical practices which often hindered workforce development, environmental justice, access to quality open spaces, programs and facilities. #OneSeattle
About The Division:
The Finance Division is comprised of a group of highly qualified and experienced individuals who are committed to making sure all work is completed to the highest standards of excellence and detail, and to provide an excellent customer experience to our employees and vendors.
About The Position:
Parks Payroll Accountant. This position will report to the Payroll Supervisor
Seattle Parks and Recreation is seeking a candidate for Payroll Accountant to serve in the finance department, specifically the payroll department. We are seeking a detail-oriented and professional for this position to support the work in the payroll department, which requires an individual to meet deadlines in a timely manner. We serve a department of 1000+ employees across the City of Seattle. This position will report to the Payroll Supervisor of the department
Position Duties
- Prepares payroll/personnel documents and updates files to ensure proper and accurate employee, salary, and benefits information i.e., out-of-class pay, salary rates, fringe benefits, vacations and deductions.
- Auditing individual timesheets to ensure that the proper policices are being followed for the individual pay
- Understanding policies from different unions and City to ensure accurate information for payroll
- Prepares and reviews reports, forms, Payroll transactions, and other reports or documents required in assigned area.
- Working with Worker's Compensation and Human Resources to prepare any payment for employees under Worker's Compensation
- Compiles information and data required for the preparation of reports required in assigned area.
- Reconcile, review, verify and correct payroll entries, codes or documents prepared by others to ensure the accuracy of information.
- Provide support and help for employees in the department with any payroll related issues like direct deposit, tax documents, etc.
- Working with Human Resources Team to ensure accurate information of employee's record such as salary, benefits, etc.
- Performs others duties of a comparable level/type as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).
Other Qualifications
You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities:
- Working Experience with Workday or HRIS/Payroll Financial system
- Working experience with Labor Unions
- Detailed Oriented
- Customer Service Oriented
Special Working Conditions and Work Schedule: Hybrid work schedule at home and office; 9/80 or 4/10 work schedule available.
Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without?notice.
The full salary range for this position is $42.65 to $49.67 per hour.
Application Process
Please submit the following with your online application:
- A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement
- A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.
Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle Parks and Recreation values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle Parks and Recreation encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.
Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3. A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020.Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation time, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans.
Want to know more about Parks and Recreation? Check out our web page: Seattle Parks and Recreation - Parks | seattle.gov
SPR’s Core Competencies are:
Accountability & Action: Holding yourself accountable for achieving goals, completing tasks, and delivering quality work. Demonstrating thoughtful initiative in actions and decision-making and promoting high quality standards.
Equity and Inclusion: Supporting the goals of the Race and Social Justice Initiative and the City's commitment to workforce equity.
Communication: Sharing and exchanging information and ideas with people in a variety of ways to help them understand and remember the information.
Service: An ongoing commitment to base decisions and actions on the needs and priorities of the City.
Teamwork: Participating as an engaged member of a team to achieve group goals. Effectively working with internal and external people to complete tasks and achieve work group goals.
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