ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST (PAYROLL)

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST (PAYROLL)

Salary

$53,896.71 - $59,286.39 Annually

Location

201 Johnston Street, St. George, SC 29477, SC

Job Type

FULL-TIME

Job Number

02497

Department

BUSINESS SERVICES

Opening Date

09/09/2026

Closing Date

9/30/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

JOB SUMMARY

The purpose of this job is to support the Payroll Manager in the processing and preparation of employee payroll; to run the payroll under the oversight of the Payroll Manager and to perform related tasks.

This position works under direct supervision of the Payroll Manager.

Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Assumes responsibility for the timely and accurate processing of payroll, including related review, reconciliation, reporting and employee support functions, during the Payroll Manager's absence or when otherwise assigned by the Financial Services Manager.

Performs all duties in accordance with applicable laws, policies, procedures, deadlines, and internal controls.

Assists the Payroll Manager with the bi-weekly employee payroll.

Responds to employee inquiries about payroll issues and fulfills paperwork requests.

Verifying timesheets and ICS-214 forms for compliance with County policies.

Responds to records requests; may make copies of or electronically scan records and send to requestors via email or interoffice mail.

Process employee status changes, including promotions, transfers, and salary adjustments.

Assist in preparing payroll reports for audits and internal reviews.

Handle requests for payroll-related paperwork, such as employment verification, W-2 forms, and payroll reports.

Organize and maintain payroll-related files, both electronic and physical.

Provide general clerical support, including data entry, filing, and scanning documents.

Handle the PEBA final retirement certifications and refunds.

Assist in updating payroll software with employee information.

Help troubleshoot payroll system errors and discrepancies.

Support the preparation of payroll tax filings, including W-2s and other required documents.

Assist with payroll reconciliations and reporting for management.

Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires an Associate's degree, vocational technical degree or specialized training that is equivalent to satisfactory completion of two years of college education.

Two years of accounting, bookkeeping or closely related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Requirements

Special Qualifications:

None.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment):

None.

Dorchester?County has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not?represent?in any way a contract of employment.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but employees must be available during the "core" work hours of 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and must work 40 hour each week to maintain full-time status. Employees must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays during emergencies or as requested.

E.O.E. Dorchester County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.

For more information on Dorchester County Government please view the information below:

https://www.dorchestercounty.net/index.aspx?page=227

Benefits for County Employees

County Employees may be eligible for a variety of State benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system.

Healthcare Benefits

(Full-time employees)

Dorchester County is a part of the State Benefits Program. The State program offers its employees a comprehensive health and dental program, along with a wide array of supplemental insurance programs. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best possible insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. Weve maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar. You may refer to the link for more information.

www.eip.sc.gov/

Retirement Benefits

In addition to our health and dental insurance programs, all county employees are a part of the South Carolina Retirement System. These programs are designed to help provide county employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs. You may refer to the link for more information.

http://www.retirement.sc.gov/

Workplace Benefits

In addition, county employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as holidays, annual leave, and sick leave.

Note: The above benefits are available to most county employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or none of these benefits based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position.

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The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have at least an Associate degree?

• Yes
• No

03

Please provide your major and any course work in accounting, bookkeeping, or finance or related studies.

04

Do you have at least two (2) years of experience in an accounting-related function?

• Yes
• No

05

How would you rate your proficiency in the following software? List software followed by level of proficiency. Indicate (B) = Beginner; (I) = Intermediate; (A) = Advanced. For example: Excel -I; Word-A; Outlook-A; Teams-I; Payroll software-A. Software Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Teams Any Payroll Software

06

Describe your experience in any of the following areas? (List the number that corresponds with skill below in which you have experience.) 1-Payroll processing 2-Payroll taxes 3-Garnishments (child support, tax levies, etc.) 4-Deferred compensation plans 5-Retirement or pension plans 6-Payroll reconciliations 7-Vendor payments 8-General ledger/journal entries 9-Financial reporting 10-Governmental accounting 11-None of the above

07

This position supports the Payroll Manager and may be expected to assist with payroll processing and process payroll independently during vacations or other absences. Do you believe you will be able to satisfy this requirement? If so why?

08

This position is in St. George, SC. Are you willing and able to work at this location?

• Yes
• No

09

Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer. Indicate N/A if you have not experienced any periods of unemployment.

10

What is the minimum salary you are willing to accept?

Required Question

Employer Dorchester County

Address 201 Johnston Street

St. George, South Carolina, 29477

Phone 843-832-1640

Website http://www.dorchestercountysc.gov