Payroll Specialist 1

Job Title: Payroll Specialist 1
Requisition #: 721103-042126
Primary Location: Ohio-Franklin County-Columbus
Work Location: 855 W. Mound Street, 43223
Bargaining Unit/Exempt: Non Bargaining/Non Exempt
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Minimum Starting Salary: $21.38/hour
Posting Start Date: 04/21/2026
Posting Close Date: Postings are available for a minimum of 10 days after the Posting Start Date. Postings may be extended or rescinded at Agency's discretion after 10 days. All submissions received within the 10 first days will be considered.

How to Apply:

Email your updated resume to fccshr@fccs.us.

Who We Are:

Franklin County Children Services (FCCS) is a large, metropolitan child welfare agency with more than 300 caseworkers and 400 support staff members dedicated to child protection and family stability. FCCS believes in investing our time and resources to attract and hire an engaged, talented, and diverse workforce that is committed to protecting children by strengthening families.

What You Will Do – Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Under general supervision from the Payroll Specialist Supervisor; employee processes and distributes employee bi-weekly payroll; maintains payroll records (manually and/or automated); analyzes expenditures and/or receipts; may act as a lead worker. Work is confidential in nature.
• Verifies (manual or automated) employee attendance records; inputs data into a computerized payroll program; prepares paychecks for distribution; analyzes accounts, expenditures and revenues for purpose of preparing reports incorporated into Agency financial statements or internal reports; analysis also includes the auditing of invoices and client entitlements for compliance with generally accepted accounting principles; 2 responsibilities also include the preparation of documentation to ensure the processing of Agency payments.
• Maintains Agency records for the following: sick leave, vacation, overtime (paid/compensatory time), pay rates, travel reimbursements, deductions and employee personal data; prepares information regarding the above for inclusion in Agency reports.
• Files, scans, prepares special projects and assists co-workers as determined by department supervisor; answers employee inquiries regarding payroll matters. Acts as backup for Supervisor and provides resources on employee benefit related inquires.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What We Offer You:

• Hiring Bonus up to $1,500
• Quality, Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous Vacation, Sick and Personal leave accruals and 11 paid holidays
• Retirement Pension through the Ohio Public employment Retirement System
• 457(b) retirement savings plan through Ohio Deferred Compensation
• No Cost Life Insurance Coverage up to $50,000
• Tuition Reimbursement
• EAP Program
• A true hybrid working environment for most positions!
• Personal and Financial Wellness opportunities through the Franklin County ThriveOn Program
• More!

What will make you successful:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Four courses or 12 months training or 12 months experience in accounting;
• 12 months training or 12 months experience in payroll processing (e.g., calculating payroll, employee withholdings, deductions, reporting and reconciliation, employer provided benefits, agency payroll charges, accrued leave disability buy-backs, direct deposits, garnishments)
• 12 months training or 12 months experience using human capital management software (e.g., PeopleSoft HCM) to process payroll.
• Regular attendance, as governed by and in accordance with applicable rules, regulations, procedures, and laws, is regarded as an essential requirement of this classification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Business with emphasis in accounting principles;
• Or high school graduate plus minimum three years relevant Payroll Clerk experience;
• Or other equivalent combination of education and/or work experience.

Certifications or Licensure:

• A valid Ohio Driver’s License and automobile insurance that is in compliance with Franklin County Children Services policy required is for travel. Travel can occasionally include out of state travel which may require airline travel.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

ADA Statement: Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. Franklin County Children Services is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

What is the Work Environment Like?

Typical office environment. May be asked to visit other FCCS sites, homes or other facilities.

To learn more about FCCS, please visit our careers page.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.38 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person