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Accounting Technician (Payroll) - Computerized Office & Accounting

Date Posted: Mar 12, 2025

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Connected by Amazing EmployeesThe City of Murrieta is accepting applications for the position of Accounting Technician (Payroll) to fill one (1) current vacancy in our Finance Department. The eligibility list established may be used to fill upcoming vacancy within this classification for up to one (1) year.DEFINITIONUnder direction, performs specialized and difficult technical accounting duties in connection with the preparation, review, and processing of payroll records and documents in a centralized payroll system; and performs related work as required.SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISEDReceives direction from assigned management and supervisory staff. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.CLASS CHARACTERISTICSThis is the fully qualified advanced journey-level classification in the technical accounting series. Positions at this level perform the full range of duties as assigned, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the payroll unit.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSManagement reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.Prepares and processes payroll, prepares electronic transfers for direct deposits, and ensures checks are accurate and completed as scheduledCoordinates payroll activities with other City departments and divisionsAnswers questions and advises on procedures in payroll transactionsIdentifies and resolves problems and inconsistencies, determining corrective entries involved in maintaining payroll controlsReceives, reviews, verifies and processes payroll records, documents and other related materialReviews related payroll items for completeness, accuracy and compliance with City and departmental policies and procedures, Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), state and federal laws and other regulationsMaintains records for various employee payroll deductions and leave reportsProcesses periodic billings for services such as association and union dues, attachments and other wage claims against employeesInterprets payroll impact as related to proposed operational changes and MOU language related to payrollReleases payroll information to legally authorized agencies and City employeesPrepares correspondence, reports, forms and other financial documentsGenerates and assists in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial, summary and technical reportsVerifies, posts and records a variety of financial transactionsPrepares and maintains databases, records, and a variety of periodic and special financial, accounting and statistical reportsGenerates reports by computer and balances them appropriatelyEnters and retrieves information and data using standard word processing and spreadsheet software, as well as accounting, financial, and other related electronic information systems specific to the department to which assignedUtilizes various computer software to carry out assigned payroll dutiesAssists customers, departments, and employees by providing answers and information regarding specific account information, discrepancies, general accounting procedures, and/or department specific issues and problems; researches issues regarding specific transactions; and updates related files and departments on action itemsAssists supervisor(s) with special projects as requiredObserves and complies with City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocolsPrepares W-2 forms and electronic file for submission and reportingPerforms other duties as assigned

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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCERequired: Equivalent to an associate's degree with major coursework in finance or accountingTwo (2) years of technical accounting experience in the preparation, review, and processing of payroll records and documents in a centralized payrollHighly Desired: Experience working within a public sector agencyExperience with CentralSquare OneSolution/Finance EnterpriseExperience interpreting MOU and collective bargaining agreementsExperience in customer serviceLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONSNone

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
APPLICATION PROCEDUREA City application form and resume must be submitted online. Applicants can apply online at www.MurrietaCA.gov.SELECTION PROCESSCandidates must clearly demonstrate through their application materials that they meet the employment standards outlined above. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the position may consist of any combination of appraisal interviews, performance tests, written exams, and writing exercises to evaluate the applicant's skill, training, and experience for the position. Successful applicants will be placed on an eligibility list. The City may also merge lists. The selected candidate(s) must successfully complete pre-employment clearances, which include a pre-hire physical and Live Scan background investigation.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYThe City of Murrieta is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. All employment practices such as recruitment, selection, and promotions are administered in a manner designed to ensure that employees and applicants for employment are not subjected to discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age (over 40), marital or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, disability, or any other basis that is inconsistent with federal, state or local laws.THE COMMUNITYLocated just north of San Diego County, the City of Murrieta is home to approximately 116,000 people. Central to all of Southern California, residents of Murrieta live in one of the safest cities in the U.S. With top-ranked schools, 52 parks, and 1,300 acres of trails, it is consistently ranked the top place to live in Southwest Riverside County. Murrieta has a dynamic business environment, an educated population, and a high median income. All of these attributes support the exceptional quality of life residents enjoy and the engaged and connected community that sets Murrieta apart from the rest.

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