Payroll Clerk

First StudentBrooklyn, New York

$21+ / hour

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Overview

Schedule

Part-time

Career level

Senior-level

Compensation

$21+/hour

Job Description

Assists the Contact Manager in all aspects of the daily payroll function. Responsible for the completion of new employee profiles, payroll, benefits enrollments and other clerical and accounting functions.

$21.00/hr

Major Responsibilities

Processes new employee files/records and submits to the Contract Manager for approval. Once approved, submits all appropriate paperwork to the region accounting office.
Calculates driver/staff payroll and input payroll information into the computer for processing. Accurately tracks attendance for permanent part-time employees. Maintains an accurate driver seniority list.
Answers the telephone and responds to customer inquiries. Distributes mail, prepares overnight packages, and maintains stamps and other mailing supplies. Orders location’s office supplies and maintains inventory.
Assists CM in accurately tracking OT for purposes of reducing / eliminating unnecessary and/or additional punch hours.
Verifies all standard hours to hours to reduce any additional driver hours.
All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education or Certifications Required

High School diploma or equivalent

Minimum Experience or Skills Required

Excellent oral and written communication skills
Demonstrates leadership qualities and is a self-starter
Excellent time management skills
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment
Computer literacy, 10 Key, Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Incumbent must be able to move about the office and between floors; utilize standard office equipment; access filing system/cabinets; and communicate effectively and efficiently in person or by telephone.
Office/school bus yard
Possible on-the-road

DisclaimerNothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

First for a reason:

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.

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What is the work location for this position at First Student?

This job at First Student is located in Brooklyn, New York, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at First Student?

Candidates can expect a pay range of $21 (per hour).

What employment applies to this position at First Student?

First Student lists this role as a Part-time position.

What experience level is required for this role at First Student?

First Student is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

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