City of Torrance Torrance, CA, USA
Payroll Specialist
Under general supervision, performs specialized technical and administrative work in the preparation and processing of payroll. Reviews, prepares, processes, reconciles and maintains payroll and timekeeping documents and accounting records and reports; assists employees with payroll related questions and problems.
A Payroll Specialist is distinguished from an Accountant in that incumbents perform specialized payroll work and not professional level accounting work. A Payroll Specialist is distinguished from an Accounting Technician in that the incumbent provides technical skills in the payroll function of the accounting clerical series.
Receives supervision from the payroll unit manager or supervisor.
Examples of Essential Duties
The following duties represent the principal job duties; however, they are not all inclusive.
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