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Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller, Palm Beach County

Payroll Administrator

Hybrid

West palm beach, United states

Full Time

21-09-2025

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Are you a seasoned payroll professional committed to accuracy, transparency, and integrity in service of your community? Join our team and play a pivotal role in ensuring employees are compensated accurately and on time in a values-driven public service environment. We process almost 8,000 paychecks biweekly!

The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller is seeking a self-starter who embraces change, works well under pressure, and thrives in a fast-paced, innovative and challenging environment to join our Payroll team as a Payroll Administrator!

This challenging and rewarding position is key to ensuring the timely and accurate processing of multiple payrolls. The Payroll Administrator is considered a subject matter expert in all aspects of payroll with advanced knowledge of payroll laws, rules, regulations and records retention practices.

This exciting opportunity is also remote work eligible on a Hybrid basis after a fully onsite 6-month training period! To learn more about our robust Remote Work Program Click Here

Why join our Clerk family? Because our Clerk family is our top priority! Total Compensation packages include:

Generous paid time off and 17 paid holidays - yes you read that right!
Superior health care plans with lower costs to you
Retirement choices through the Florida Retirement System and deferred compensation plan
Award-Winning Wellness Program that gives employees incentives, tools, social support, and strategies to adopt and maintain a healthy lifestyle
Tuition Reimbursement
Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Ensures the accuracy and timely processing of the bi-weekly Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller, Board of County Commissioner, and Palm Tran payrolls, as well as the semi-monthly payroll processing for the Board of County Commissioners.

Ensures the accurate set up of relevant payroll calendars; accurate creation of paycheck files and reports.

Maintains time and work-flow analysis; prepares and submits statistical and administrative records and reports specific to work processed in the assigned work unit.

Oversees and prepares proper auditable documentation for corrections and reversal of payroll related transactions, thus providing an additional layer of internal controls.

Oversees and prepares up to date procedures for payroll that align with organizational value of effective and efficient and current legislation; provides recommendations for modifications to existing policies or procedures or implementation of new policies or procedures to enhance efficiency of the payroll process.

Assists with testing and validation of various systems to support payroll processes, including payroll configuration changes, automated payroll and time and attendance systems, tax updates, patches and upgrades, and County benefit changes; and compiles and reviews various payroll records.

Performs payroll post audit verifications and special research or projects as directed by management.

Develops and maintains an effective and efficient record keeping and file maintenance system; ensures adherence to established filing methods and standards.

May provide proper training and guidance to staff in processing assigned tasks; assists staff with troubleshooting problems, providing input, guidance, and subject matter expertise.

Oversees and prepares up to date procedures for assigned work unit that align with organizational values; provides recommendations for modifications to existing policies or procedures or implementation of new policies or procedures to enhance efficiencies.

Coordinates the efficient flow and completion of all paperwork and documentation concerning the functional area of responsibility; facilitates effective communications between all interested parties.

Maintains current knowledge of records management laws, rules, and regulations.

Bachelor's degree is required.

Additional experience is accepted as a minimum requirement in lieu of a post-secondary degree on the following basis: additional four (4) years in lieu of a bachelor's degree, and additional two (2) years in lieu of an associate degree.

Three (3) years of recent and relevant work experience is required.

Note: Vacancy postings may be cancelled at any time based on business needs. Applicants who have applied will be notified of cancellations. Applicants with a disability who require accommodation within the application/interview process should direct a request in advance to human resources at careers@mypalmbeachclerk.com or 561 355 4172.

The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. Depending on the position, candidates are subject to drug screening, a physical and a background check as a condition of employment. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and that certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post

About the Company

Office of Mike Caruso, Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller for Palm Beach County. We have proudly served the residents of Palm Beach County since 1909. Nearly every payment, court document and public record in Palm Beach County passes through our office. We serve as the County's Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer, Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners, Clerk of the Circuit Court, County Recorder and Auditor. We are looking for candidates to join our team! Grow your career while making a difference in our community.... Know more