Job Description
SUMMARY The purpose of this position is to manage and oversee the bi-weekly payroll for all employees at DHC, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and adherence to applicable federal, state and HUD regulations. The position administers payroll processes, analyzes payroll data, and implements procedures and controls to support the Finance Department’s operational and compliance objectives. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degreein a related field, preferred EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Threeor more years of relevant payroll processing experience. Experience in processing Bi-Weekly pay frequencies. ADP Workforce experience highly preferred Public sector experience is preferred OTHER REQUIREMENTS Must pass federal, state, and local criminal investigation clearances, and pass a drug screening test administered by the Commission or its designated provider Must be bondable and have a satisfactory work history Must have or be able toacquirea valid state driver’s license. Must beinsurableunder the agency’s insurance policy and meet State insurance minimum requirements. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE Knowledge of multi-state payroll, FLSA, IRS, Federal & State regulations. Knowledge of accounting principles and internal controls for financial reporting. Knowledge of time and attendance requirements, payrollregulationsandtaxreporting procedures Knowledge of Housing & Urban Development Public Housing regulations and policies pertinent to the department Knowledge of HUD programs, requirements, and policies/procedures Knowledge of DHC and departmental policies, procedures, and goals. Knowledge of organization's structure,policiesand procedures. Knowledge of standard office procedures, filing, and standard office equipment, including computer, fax copier, telephone system Knowledge of the principles and practices of automated information systems. and data processing Knowledge of basic office practices, procedures, and equipment Knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Federal/State financial regulations Knowledge of the principles and practices offinancial management, and ability to supervise and train employees Knowledge of Uniform Relocation Assistance, Cost Control and Safe Harbor Requirements Knowledge of accounting-related software Knowledge of sales and use tax procedures Knowledge in Development of new ACC units; understanding of accounting principles grants accounting and applicable HUD regulations Knowledge of federal,stateand local financial regulations related to accounting and financial record keeping Knowledge of financial regulationspertaining toHUD, low-income housing HOPE IV, RHF and related programs Knowledge of HUD programs,requirementsand policies & procedures Knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Knowledge of fund and governmental accounting practices and principles Knowledge of the principles and practices of budgeting and budget administration Knowledge of the principles and practices of grants management Knowledge of the principles and practices of contract administration Knowledge of advanced cost and financial analysis principles and techniques REQUIRED ABILITIES Act Independently Analyze Situations Attendto Details Communicate Verbally Communicatein Writing Concentrate Empathize IdentifyProblems Initiate Manage Pressure Motivate Multi-Task Organize Problem Solves Think Creatively REQUIRED SKILLS Calculate, compute, summarizeand/or tabulate data and information Communicate effectively orally or in writing with relevant stakeholders, internal and external, from a variety of backgrounds Develop andmaintainrecordkeeping systems and procedures Evaluate information against a set of standards Exercise sound judgment in analyzing situations andidentifyingpotential problems within scope of responsibility Forge strategic partnerships with relevant stakeholders Maintain confidentiality Master position-specific software Operate a computer to perform various work-related tasks Operate standard office equipment Perform mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy Plan, organize,completeor assign work and special projectsin order tomeet organizational goals Plan, organize, coordinate, and follow through on work projects