Benefits and Payroll Specialist

Benefits, Records Mgmt. & Payroll Specialist, Fiscal Analyst 4 (FA4)

Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered 
Relocation Compensation may be available and considered
Salary: $4,865.00 - $6,539.00 Monthly

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?
Do you enjoy working with a variety of people and are passionate about being a subject matter expert in employee benefits? If you love helping others, appreciate a fast-paced and cyclical work environment, enjoy providing one-on-one assistance to the agency, and have good problem-solving skills with the ability to work as a part of a small team? Then this is the job for you.

Within the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), the Office of Finance, Budget, and Economics is looking for a Fiscal Analyst 4 to join their Payroll Team as their Benefits and Records Management Specialist.  In this role, you will be able to support the DNR in its mission, goals, and objectives by reviewing and establishing eligibility for benefits, preparing and processing payroll financial data for the agency, and providing excellent customer service. This position handles all aspects of payroll records transactions between DNR and other state agencies. You will act as the agency expert in benefits regarding rules and guidelines. You will be responsible for providing effective, efficient, and accurate accounting and technical reporting expertise and responsive customer service which result in accountability, OFBE credibility, and informed agency staff and customers.

Required Qualifications: 

• Successful completion of 15 college credits of accounting, auditing, or budgeting (or completion of these courses within 12 months of hire).
• Three years of professional experience in business, accounting, auditing records management, or relevant field;
  OR an equivalent combination of experience and/or education.
• Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office Excel & Word and experience using computer systems.
• Possess a detailed understanding of and experience with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Possess the ability to stay focused and prioritize workloads to meet hard deadlines while dealing with constant interruptions.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.