Finance Specialist - A/B (Payroll) at Nyc School Construction Authority (Sca) in Queens, NY | USD68,944-92,145 | Kablio

Role

Description

payroll reconciliation

data auditing

timesheet monitoring

payroll processing

report distribution

customer service

Review internal financial systems, databases, and/or documents for accuracy and completeness of financial records and balances; Provides customer service to internal and external constituents;
Assists in filing and archiving payroll documents
Prepares payroll reconciliation such as earnings, deductions and taxes;
Perform audits and participate in special projects as needed;
Reconciles data discrepancies between internal and external payroll records;
Monitor employee timesheets for timely and accurate submission and compliance with policy.
Maintain and process payroll/timekeeping records and changes such as salary changes, job changes, deduction changes, new hires and terminations;
Reviews payroll and timekeeping documents prepared by junior team member;
Performs calculation such as wage computation, overtime payment, other earnings and deductions;
Prepares and distribute payroll reports to external organizations/agencies;

Requirements

payroll

accounting

ms office

baccalaureate

tax laws

analytical

Proven experience in a payroll position required
Finance Specialist – B: Two years of full-time experience in accounting, payroll, timekeeping, or budget related area;
Baccalaureate Accounting, Finance, or related field; plus
Strong organizational skills
Finance Specialist – A: One year of full-time experience in payroll and timekeeping related area
Strong computer literacy including proficiency in MS Office applications
Knowledge of tax and wage laws
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
A satisfactory combination of education and experience.
Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Benefits

Public Loan Forgiveness Program
Dental & Vision Coverage
Medical (100% employer paid for basic coverage available)
Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits
Prescription Drug Options
Transit Check Program
Optional Retirement Savings Plans including 401K, 457 and IRA options
NYC Qualified Pension Plan (QPP)

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

the organization does not sponsor employment visas.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

333,000 Seats

Educational Capacity

_CREATED CITYWIDE THROUGH NEW SCHOOLS AND ADDITIONS.

20.5B Budget

Capital Plan

_ALLOCATED FOR SCHOOL UPGRADES, MODERNIZATION, AND INFRASTRUCTURE.

281 Units Removed

Classroom Space

_TEMPORARY CLASSROOM UNITS REMOVED TO FREE UP SPACE AND IMPROVE FACILITIES.

Began operations via state legislation in December 1988, taking control of school capital projects from the Board of Education.
Responsible for planning, budgeting, designing, and constructing school infrastructure citywide.
Focuses on modernizing educational facilities within public-sector contexts and complex urban infrastructure.
Operates under a three-member board appointed by the mayor and DOE chancellor.

Culture + Values

“design and construct safe, attractive, and environmentally sound public schools”
“dedicated to building and modernizing schools in a responsible, cost‑effective manner while achieving the highest standards of excellence in safety, quality, and integrity.”

Environment + Sustainability

50% energy reduction

Energy Efficiency in Primary School

The Kathleen Grimm School achieved a 50% reduction in energy use compared to standard new schools.

22.5 MW solar capacity

Citywide Solar Rollout

NYC's largest solar rollout includes 104 schools with a total capacity of 22.5 MW.

60% GHG reduction goal

Climate Action Target

Aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 60% from a 2006 baseline of 485,000 metric tons CO₂.

26,000 cars removed

Carbon Emissions Impact

Electrifying buildings reduces CO₂ emissions equivalent to removing 26,000 cars annually.

Performs extensive environmental due diligence on every site, exceeding typical industry practices to ensure environmental safety during construction
Never conducts asbestos, lead paint or other high-risk removals in occupied schools; environmental experts verify hazardous materials are removed and areas are safe
Removes PCB-containing lighting fixtures in a pilot program and studies PCBs in other building materials
Implemented solar panels, green roofs, hybrid systems, geothermal systems, all-electric heat pumps, energy recovery and demand-control ventilation in projects like Staten Island campus and Forest Hills annex

Inclusion & Diversity

No DEI strategy or gender‑related statistics publicly available on official SCA site

Articles

Career Opportunities

SCA Projects

Role

Description

payroll reconciliation

data auditing

timesheet monitoring

payroll processing

report distribution

customer service

Review internal financial systems, databases, and/or documents for accuracy and completeness of financial records and balances; Provides customer service to internal and external constituents;
Assists in filing and archiving payroll documents
Prepares payroll reconciliation such as earnings, deductions and taxes;
Perform audits and participate in special projects as needed;
Reconciles data discrepancies between internal and external payroll records;
Monitor employee timesheets for timely and accurate submission and compliance with policy.
Maintain and process payroll/timekeeping records and changes such as salary changes, job changes, deduction changes, new hires and terminations;
Reviews payroll and timekeeping documents prepared by junior team member;
Performs calculation such as wage computation, overtime payment, other earnings and deductions;
Prepares and distribute payroll reports to external organizations/agencies;

Requirements

payroll

accounting

ms office

baccalaureate

tax laws

analytical

Proven experience in a payroll position required
Finance Specialist – B: Two years of full-time experience in accounting, payroll, timekeeping, or budget related area;
Baccalaureate Accounting, Finance, or related field; plus
Strong organizational skills
Finance Specialist – A: One year of full-time experience in payroll and timekeeping related area
Strong computer literacy including proficiency in MS Office applications
Knowledge of tax and wage laws
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
A satisfactory combination of education and experience.
Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Benefits

Public Loan Forgiveness Program
Dental & Vision Coverage
Medical (100% employer paid for basic coverage available)
Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits
Prescription Drug Options
Transit Check Program
Optional Retirement Savings Plans including 401K, 457 and IRA options
NYC Qualified Pension Plan (QPP)

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

the organization does not sponsor employment visas.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

333,000 Seats

Educational Capacity

_CREATED CITYWIDE THROUGH NEW SCHOOLS AND ADDITIONS.

20.5B Budget

Capital Plan

_ALLOCATED FOR SCHOOL UPGRADES, MODERNIZATION, AND INFRASTRUCTURE.

281 Units Removed

Classroom Space

_TEMPORARY CLASSROOM UNITS REMOVED TO FREE UP SPACE AND IMPROVE FACILITIES.

Began operations via state legislation in December 1988, taking control of school capital projects from the Board of Education.
Responsible for planning, budgeting, designing, and constructing school infrastructure citywide.
Focuses on modernizing educational facilities within public-sector contexts and complex urban infrastructure.
Operates under a three-member board appointed by the mayor and DOE chancellor.

Culture + Values

“design and construct safe, attractive, and environmentally sound public schools”
“dedicated to building and modernizing schools in a responsible, cost‑effective manner while achieving the highest standards of excellence in safety, quality, and integrity.”

Environment + Sustainability

50% energy reduction

Energy Efficiency in Primary School

The Kathleen Grimm School achieved a 50% reduction in energy use compared to standard new schools.

22.5 MW solar capacity

Citywide Solar Rollout

NYC's largest solar rollout includes 104 schools with a total capacity of 22.5 MW.

60% GHG reduction goal

Climate Action Target

Aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 60% from a 2006 baseline of 485,000 metric tons CO₂.

26,000 cars removed

Carbon Emissions Impact

Electrifying buildings reduces CO₂ emissions equivalent to removing 26,000 cars annually.

Performs extensive environmental due diligence on every site, exceeding typical industry practices to ensure environmental safety during construction
Never conducts asbestos, lead paint or other high-risk removals in occupied schools; environmental experts verify hazardous materials are removed and areas are safe
Removes PCB-containing lighting fixtures in a pilot program and studies PCBs in other building materials
Implemented solar panels, green roofs, hybrid systems, geothermal systems, all-electric heat pumps, energy recovery and demand-control ventilation in projects like Staten Island campus and Forest Hills annex

Inclusion & Diversity

No DEI strategy or gender‑related statistics publicly available on official SCA site

Articles

Career Opportunities

SCA Projects