Payroll Technician. The Planning and Finance Division is hiring an experienced Payroll Technician to join the accounting team. In this job, you will provide accounting and payroll processing support for Colorado Springs Utilities. You can work on a team, rotating various payroll tasks, processing bi-weekly payroll for all utility employees. If you have excellent payroll skills and are enthusiastic about contributing to your community's utility services, this role could be a perfect fit for you. Your job responsibilities include... Accurately compute and process wages and overtime, including federal and state tax withholdings, garnishments, child support orders, and benefit deductions; ensure timely deposits and payments related to retirements, terminations, and separations. Coordinate, calculate, and post payroll-related transactions to the appropriate general ledger and sub accounts to maintain financial accuracy Prepare, maintain, and audit annual and quarterly payroll reports, ensuring complete and accurate documentation of all payroll transactions. Reconcile payroll-related reports and accounts, including tax liabilities, retirement contributions, and third-party vendor accounts; investigate and resolve discrepancies. Recommend, develop, document, and implement improvements to payroll processing procedures to increase efficiency, ensure compliance, and reduce errors. Review and examine payroll documents and source data for accuracy and completeness; identify discrepancies, determine root causes, and correct out-of-balance conditions. Respond professionally and promptly to payroll inquiries from employees, the public, departmental personnel, internal staff, and external agencies, providing clear explanations and resolution when needed Who You are... The ideal candidate will have 4 years of payroll experience working as a payroll technician responsible for processing payroll, including calculating taxes, child support, garnishments, and payroll functions for a large organization. We are also looking for the following, so please make sure to highlight on your application/resume:Experience with INFOR Enterprise Software or a similar in-house Payroll system. Possessing strong computer and related software skills (e.g., Excel, payroll software systems/applications, Ten Key by touch)Data analysis involves examining time records, wages, benefits, deductions, and taxes, to find errors and optimize processes. Producing quality, detailed, accurate, prompt, and reliable results. Strong customer service and communication skills, ethical conduct, and objectivity and confidentiality. Able to work in a team environment and maintain cooperative working relationships at multiple levels within a diverse workforce. The military job codes/duty codes most closely related to this role are: 42 A, 42 B, 36 B 65 FX, 65 F 4, 65 F 3, 65 F 2, 65 F 4 6410, 6413, 6415, 6417, DK, PS PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS:Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or small amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met. Positions in this class typically require talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions within an office working environment. Our Commitment to Our Employees…Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We don't just say people are important – we prove it! That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program. Time Off to Recharge. Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure. Personal Leave –3 days per year. Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year. Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs. Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually. Health & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month. Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility. Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost. Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan. Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy. Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in a our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses. Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP - Financial & Retirement Security. Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind. Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), Mission. Square Roth IRA, and 457 plans. Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available. Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans. Additional Support. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance. Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued education. Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness