Payroll Analyst (Henrico)

Title: Payroll Analyst (Henrico)

State Role Title: Financial Services Spec II

Hiring Range: $75,000 - $90,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Virginia Employment Commission

Location: VEC CENTRAL OFFICE

Agency Website: https://www.vec.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) is seeking a detail‑oriented and customer‑focused Payroll Analyst to independently manage payroll and benefits accounting for both salaried and wage employees. In this role, you will process complex payroll, benefits, and leave transactions; reconcile payroll data and reports; administer court‑ordered withholdings and third‑party deductions; research and resolve payroll exceptions; ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines; and provide clear, responsive support to employees and agency partners. You will also prepare certifications, assist with reconciliations and quarterly/annual reporting, pursue overpayment collections, and collaborate with HR to resolve issues. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, excels at accuracy, and communicates technical payroll concepts effectively to non‑technical audiences.

Working for the VEC offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of Virginians every day. As the agency responsible for supporting workers, employers, and the statewide labor market, the VEC plays a critical role in strengthening economic stability and fostering workforce resilience. Employees have the opportunity to shape modern public programs, improve service delivery, and contribute to initiatives that directly help individuals and families during life’s pivotal moments. The VEC values innovation, collaboration, and public service, providing a mission-driven environment where leaders can create lasting, positive changes for communities across the Commonwealth. If you’re motivated by purpose and committed to excellence, the VEC offers a rewarding and impactful place to grow your career.

The VEC is committed to upholding our values in our employment opportunities across the Commonwealth to people from all backgrounds, including all races, ethnicities, genders, and abilities. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program, and a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

We offer paid leave; a minimum of 13 paid state holidays per year; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options; retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan for classified positions); and are a federally recognized Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of generally accepted payroll practices.
• Advanced skill in Microsoft Office applications (including Word, Excel).
• Strong oral and written communication skills, customer service skills, and ability to maintain a strong level of professionalism in all interactions.
• Demonstrated strong mathematical skills, analytical skills, and the ability to accurately enter data and to independently review and apply established policies, procedures, standards, and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently within existing guidelines and policies, to analyze a wide variety of data and determine appropriate handling, and to adapt to changes in policies, procedures, and priorities efficiently.
• Demonstrated experience handling multiple work assignments of varying complexity simultaneously and informing management of the status of work completion.
• Experience managing detail-oriented work with no errors.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret instructional materials and execute business processes accordingly.
• Experience analyzing problems of varied difficulty and determining the appropriate resolutions.
• Demonstrated ability to read and analyze reconciliation reports of varied difficulty and to prepare certifications and reconciliations accurately and proficiently.
• Experience with Cardinal HCM and Cardinal Financial.

Additional Considerations

• Considerable knowledge of payroll state laws, rules, and regulations (e.g., Department of Accounts [DOA] and CAPP manual).
• Extensive experience working with the Commonwealth’s payroll processes and procedures, Cardinal Financial and Cardinal HCM, and handling classified and wage payroll transactions.
• Demonstrated experience processing payroll for employees residing outside Virginia, including accurate withholding and reporting of state and local taxes.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

This position is located within the Central Office in Henrico, VA. This is not a remote-work position.

Submission of an online application is required for this position. The VEC does not accept applications, résumés, cover letters, etc., in any other format. When applying for jobs, please ensure your online application and/or résumé are complete with duties and skills associated with your work experience.

The Virginia Employment Commission is committed to upholding our values in our employment opportunities across the Commonwealth to people from all backgrounds, including all races, ethnicities, genders, and abilities. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program, and a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

The selected candidate must successfully pass a comprehensive background check including an FBI fingerprint background investigation and an Unemployment Insurance (UI) fraud background check.

Please carefully review the details of this recruitment including the location of the position and the posted salary before applying. The VEC does not provide relocation assistance, and no salary will be offered outside of the posted salary range / flat rate.

The VEC does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work in the US.

Auxiliary Aids and Services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Applicants needing accommodations should contact the Human Resource office for additional information.

A valid Virginia Driver's License is required to operate a state vehicle or if operating a personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the agency.

For the status of your application and this position, please refer to your PageUp / Jobs.Virginia.Gov account. We do not provide application status updates via email or telephone.

NOTICE: VEC will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

Contact Information

Name: VEC Human Resources / Recruitment

Phone: For the most up-to-date status of your application, please refer to your Jobs.Virginia.Gov account. We do not provide application status updates via phone.

Email: Careers@vec.virginia.gov for recruitment related questions. Emailed applications, résumés, or cover letters will not be accepted. For the most up-to-date status of your application, please refer to your Jobs.Virginia.Gov account.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Advertised: 02 Nov 2026 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 09 Nov 2026 Eastern Standard Time

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