Payroll Specialist I

Essential Functions & Key Areas Of Responsibility

• Support the operation of the electronic timekeeping system and maintain accurate employee payroll records.
• Perform paperless workflows related to payroll and benefits.
• Initiate payroll processing and prepare payroll reports in accordance with established audit and internal control procedures.
• Prepare payroll-related journal entries for posting to general ledger accounts.
• Assist in extracting, compiling, and analyzing payroll and benefits-related data for reporting and compliance purposes.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and ensure all payroll and benefits actions are properly documented to support audit and compliance requirements.
• Maintain confidential employee files and records in accordance with organizational standards.
• Complete Verifications of Employment (VOEs) accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring compliance with privacy and data protection standards.
• Assist with onboarding by processing hires and verifying that system information aligns with supporting documentation.
• Respond to routine inquiries from employees and managers regarding payroll and benefits, and provide appropriate resources and guidance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Opportunity Bank of Montana is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Opportunity Bank to provide equal employment opportunity within the Bank and motivate cooperation toward the goal of hiring and promoting available qualified personnel without regard to their race, gender, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.