OVERVIEW OF ATHENA:

ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better! We make our Clients’ Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees’ Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers’ needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are currently recruiting for a Central Payroll Account Processor. This will provide instruction and advice to state employees and departments and act as a liaison between the department, other state agencies and vendors. This full-time position pays $­­­21.22/hr, and is located in Providence, RI.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Conduct pre-audit of documents and/or computer files received in a centralized office in connection with, payroll vouchers, adjustment vouchers, state payrolls and pension payrolls in order to determine their accuracy, legality and compliance with federal regulations and state policies and procedures.


• Update and maintain state payroll and pension data.


• Examine personnel and pension action forms, payroll vouchers and payroll deductions to determine accuracy and proper authorization, and ensure associated payments and deductions are made as authorized.


• Correct erroneous payroll and pension payments, update computer files with such corrections and communicate with departments regarding corrections and the proper processing of payroll and pension forms.


• Assure the legality, accuracy, and propriety of department financial transactions by verifying their conformance to federal and state laws, personnel rules, contractual agreements, administrative regulations, and department policies and procedures.


• Assist in the preparation of periodic and annual employer tax returns, calendar year-end wage and tax statements (W-2’s), and duplicate and corrected year-end wage and tax statements (W-2’s).


• Review various business processes and practices used for effectiveness, economy, efficiency and compliance with federal and state laws, policies and procedures, as well as internal policies and procedures.


• Works under the general supervision of a superior from whom assignments are received in outline form; work is reviewed for conformance with federal and state laws and rules, as well as department policies.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

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  Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Office Suite.

  
  
  
  


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  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and correct payroll discrepancies
  
  


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  Ability to review and interpret financial documents and data accurately.

  
  

  
  
  
  


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  High level of accuracy and attention to detail in reviewing and processing payroll and pension documents.

  
  

  
  
  
  


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  Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with departments and ensure proper processing of forms.
  
  


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  Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines, especially during tax return preparations and year-end processes.

  
  

  
  

  
  
  
  


• Ability to multitask and be flexible.


• Highly motivated.

Education and Experience:

Physical Requirements:

Successful ATHENA employees will display the following characteristics:

• You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future.


• You like to make your employer look good.


• You find solutions, where others only see problems.


• You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well.


• You are aware of the employer’s needs at all times and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole.


• You have the ability to work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission.

The benefits of working for ATHENA include:

· Support from a team of professionals committed to making your life better.

· Medical, dental and vision insurance available for full- time employment  

· Health Savings Account

· Pet insurance.

· 401k with a generous employer match.

· ATHENA paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employee.

· Additional Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employee, spouses, and children.

· Short and Long Term Disability.

· Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

· Easy to use employee self-serve HR portal.

· Sick leave varies by state – be sure to inquire with your Recruiter.

The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required.  The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position.  Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party.

ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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