Central Payroll Processor Iii (comptroller's Office) Seiu 73

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Payroll Supervisor / Assistant Payroll Supervisor, performs payroll functions including entering, reviewing, and reconciling timesheets and associated reports. Processes bi-weekly payroll for assigned groups, including Quarterly Judges. Processes all accrual adjustment forms for the entire Cook County organization. Investigates, calculates, and reviews all back pay / settlement documents sent to the Comptroller's office. Calculates military leave pay for all active Armed Forces members. Reconciles, balances, and transmits the bi-weekly Pension and Deferred Comp files. Assists with investigating and resolving payroll issues. Assists with the payroll tax reconciliation, filing and year-end processes, as well as with the maintaining of payroll policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience in the application of sound mathematical principles and basic bookkeeping methods relative to maintaining important financial or statistical records and preparing or approving expenditures, payrolls, purchases of considerable cost.
• Experience in ERP and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to proof; verify; edit; transcribe and cross reference complex data.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and detail-oriented environment.
• Ability to follow-up on unresolved business in a thorough and timely manner.
• Ability to make sound decisions and carry out programs affecting own work and work of others either for constant or changing work situations.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in written formats.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines under pressure.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Requirements

The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.

BENEFITS

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and any benefits, including but not limited to health insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off or union specific program may be covered by such agreements and are administered by the union. See the union bargaining agreement for more information : 2020-2024 SEIU Local 73 Offices Under the President.

The County has a hybrid work environment which allows employees telecommuting and flexible scheduling options.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE

When applying for employment with Cook County Government, preference is given in the application process to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for more than 180 consecutive days, or during War Time. To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must :

The Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs can assist you with obtaining a certified DD214 and having it recorded for you at no charge. Please contact veterans.affairs@cookcountyil.gov

VETERAN MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.

NOTE : As an internal candidate, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules.

Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee).

Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and / or placement on the County's Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and placement on the County's Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. See Cook County Code of Ordinances, Article II, Sections 44-54 Unlawful Practices Relating to Employees and Employment - Penalty, 44-56 Political Discrimination; Cook County Employment Plan, Section V.N. Pre-Interview License and Certification Verification; Supplemental Policy No. 2014-2.13 Ineligible for Rehire List; and Cook County Personnel Rules 3.3(b) (7) (d).

Please contact BHR.WorkforceStrategy@cookcountyil.gov for inquiries about this position

EEO Statement

Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances.

Social Media Disclaimer

The County's hiring process is governed by the Cook County Employment Plan which prohibits employment actions from being influenced by any Political Reasons or Factors for Non-Exempt Positions. The advertisement of this position by any individual does not constitute an offer or promise of employment, promotion, or any other employment action and shall not influence the County's hiring decision. Cook County officials and employees who become aware of or receive a complaint that involves an allegation of Political Reasons or Factors being considered in the hiring process of Non-Exempt positions are obligated to refer the complaint to the Cook County - Office of the Inspector General. If the Cook County Inspector General sustains allegations of Political Reasons or Factors being considered, Cook County will disqualify the Applicant or Candidate from consideration for employment and disciplinary action will be imposed on any involved Cook County employees, if applicable.

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