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(This posting is for internal and external candidates)

Join a great team! ENSTAR Natural Gas Company is accepting applications for a regular full-timePayroll Specialist (Anchorage).The Payroll Specialist, under general supervision, prepares payroll for 180-250 employees on a biweekly basis. This is a non-exempt position and reports to the Accounting Manager.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Preparing employee timesheets for processing.
  • Processing payroll in computerized accounting system, including printing checks and payroll reports.
  • Preparing quarterly and annual tax reports.
  • Assisting with monthly account reconciliations.
  • Preparing vouchers for payment of payroll-related items.
  • Preparing data file for direct deposit payments and working with cash management to process direct deposit and positive pay.
  • Preparing ACH/wire requests for payment of 401k funds and payroll taxes.
  • Communicating directly with employees and supervisors, and responding to inquiries in a clear and timely manner.
  • Ability to work closely with HR department to maintain accurate employee records.
  • Understanding and complying with contract requirements for represented employees.
  • Strict adherence to deadlines.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent (Associates degree or higher preferred).
  • Minimum of five (5) years of related work experience in a Payroll department or Accounting department; experience working with an automated payroll preferred.
  • Valid Alaska driver’s license or state-issued ID.
  • Knowledge of Payroll department operations, payroll regulations, and payroll taxes.
  • Ability to pass background and credit check.

Skill Requirements:

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to prioritize work, multi-task, and timely complete projects.
  • Ability to make independent decisions and to respond to short-notice changes in daily activities.
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook) and knowledge or ability to quickly learn other personal computer business software applications presently used by the Company, including J.D. Edwards.
  • Ability to operate standard office equipment used by the Company.

Other Requirements:

  • Must maintain a positive work atmosphere through effective interactions and communications with co-workers and management.
  • Must maintain a safe environment for co-workers, customers and the public through adherence to established safety standards and timely reporting of potential hazards.
  • Must adhere to Company policies and procedures related to the code of business ethics, compliance, responsible use of Company assets, and all applicable state and federal laws.

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment. Work involves sitting at a desk, answering and speaking on the telephone, and operating personal computer equipment for extended periods of time. Duties may also involve occasional bending, stooping and lifting of up to 25 lbs. unassisted. Occasional travel to various worksites may also be required, depending on assignment.

The statements contained in the job description are intended to describe the general nature of tasks and responsibilities. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties assigned. Other duties will be assigned as appropriate.

Benefits

Benefit packages include: health insurance, paid leave, wellness program, 401k, and pension.

Qualified applicants who wish to be considered for the above position must submit a completed, signed application via ENSTAR's online application system at under Career Opportunities. Internal candidates may submit a letter of interest to . This position will remain open until filled.

ENSTAR IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER