Sarasota Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller · 18 hours ago
Payroll Technician - Senior
Sarasota, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$21/hr - $27/hrThe Sarasota Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller is seeking a Payroll Technician – Senior to provide advanced support for payroll operations. This role involves processing complex payroll transactions, ensuring compliance with regulations, and mentoring team members while maintaining high standards of accuracy and professionalism.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Providing advanced support for payroll operations through the accurate and timely processing of complex payroll transactions, timekeeping, employee records, contributions and deductions, post-payroll reporting and related financial records in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal controls
Auditing and approving complex payroll transactions, ensuring compliance with payroll policies and collective bargaining agreements, reconciling payroll reports, maintaining employee payroll records, assisting with training and onboarding of payroll staff, and responding to escalated inquiries related to payroll processes and policies
Possessing an in-depth understanding of the business operation, payroll processes, and payroll laws and regulations, such as FMLA, FLSA, and demonstrating the ability to lead team members by utilizing established procedures across a broad range of fiscal responsibilities, including timekeeping, auditing payroll maintenance, payroll processing, benefits administration, general ledger entries, reconciliations, and scanning and indexing financial records
Working independently with minimal supervision, assisting with workflow coordination, and contributing to the development and enforcement of internal controls and standard operating procedures
Reviewing team members’ work, ensuring proper general ledger coding, performing periodic payroll reconciliations, and supporting year-end close activities
Serving as a resource and mentor to less experienced staff, providing guidance on best practices, policies, and complex transactions
Managing multiple priorities in a very deadline-driven environment while maintaining high standards of accuracy and professionalism
Assisting with cross-functional duties as needed to support the broader operations of the Clerk and Comptroller’s Office
Playing a critical role in continuity of operations planning (COOP), ensuring essential services remain operational in the event of an emergency
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED
Skilled in multi-cycle payroll administration
Union contract compliance
Complex payroll calculations, including retroactive pay, garnishments, and special pay types
Full adherence to federal, state, and local regulations
Extensive experience in advanced, large-scale payroll operations in county government, the public sector, or other highly regulated environments
Proficiency in payroll systems, timekeeping platforms, and HRIS integrations
Strong focus on data accuracy, auditing, and reconciliation
Strong attention to detail
Commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Assist with workflow coordination
Contribute to the development and enforcement of internal controls and standard operating procedures
Review team members' work
Ensure proper general ledger coding
Perform periodic payroll reconciliations
Support year-end close activities
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a very deadline-driven environment
Excellent time management skills
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining high standards of accuracy and professionalism
Understanding of the department's emergency response protocols
Prepared to assist with critical functions as needed
Preferred
Associate or Bachelor's degree
Relevant Field: Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related discipline
Company
Sarasota Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller
For more than 100 years, the Sarasota Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller has been instrumental in fulfilling more than 1,000 constitutional responsibilities that help our community thrive.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Janet C. Cantees
COO / Chief of Staff / Chief Deputy Clerk
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