Payroll Assistant

Full-time, non-represented, non-exempt position with the City of Centralia.

About the role

Under general supervision of the Human Resources Director, this confidential position provides complex payroll accounting and reporting, with the primary responsibility of assisting with the preparation and processing of semi-monthly payroll. Additionally, the role supports Human Resources by addressing questions regarding personnel programs, policies, union agreements, benefit enrollment and administration, managing personnel and negotiation records, participating in contract negotiations, and advising managers and employees.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process semi-monthly payroll for the City of Centralia
• Perform complex payroll accounting and reporting tasks
• Assist with personnel programs, policies, and union agreements
• Support benefit enrollment and administration
• Manage personnel and negotiation records
• Participate in contract negotiations
• Provide advice to managers and employees on HR-related matters

Requirements

• Associate’s degree with major coursework in accounting, finance, bookkeeping, business administration, human resources, or a related field
• Two years of progressively responsible experience in payroll, human resources, bookkeeping, labor relations, or a related field
• Recent payroll experience and familiarity with collective bargaining agreements for a public agency (strongly desired)
• Current Washington State Driver’s License with acceptable driving record
• Must pass a background check and provide an acceptable credit report

Pay

$5,815 – $7,102 per month.

Benefits

• Vacation and sick leave accruals
• 12 paid holidays, including one floating holiday
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• City-paid $105,000 life insurance
• Long-term disability plan
• Washington State Retirement Systems (PERS)
• Participation in VEBA (Health Reimbursement Account)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Choice of two employee-contributed deferred compensation plans
• Eligible for longevity premium pay