Job Description
Join the City of Virginia Beach's Public Administration team as a Government Weekly Pay Specialist. This high-impact role ensures timely and accurate payroll processing for municipal employees, supporting our commitment to efficient public service. Enjoy competitive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the satisfaction of serving our vibrant coastal community. Weekly paychecks provide immediate financial stability for dedicated public servants.
Responsibilities
- Process weekly payroll for 500+ municipal employees with 99.8% accuracy
- Manage tax withholdings, deductions, and compliance with federal/state regulations
- Resolve payroll discrepancies within 24 hours through collaborative investigation
- Generate payroll reports for finance department and external auditors
- Train new staff on payroll systems and procedural updates
- Implement process improvements to reduce processing time by 15%
Qualifications
- 3+ years payroll processing experience in government/public sector
- Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now or equivalent payroll software
- Expert knowledge of FLSA, IRS, and Virginia state payroll regulations
- Associates degree in Accounting/Business or relevant certification
- Advanced Excel skills with VLOOKUP and pivot table experience
- Ability to maintain confidential financial data with strict integrity
- Excellent communication skills for cross-departmental collaboration