Payroll Clerical- Full Time

Great workplace and excellent benefits!

• Employer paid dental and vision
• PPO health plan with great coverage and low deductibles
• Monthly medical premium share of only $75 - individual or family!
• 35 hour work week **New Hourly Rate: $21.27/hour**
• Climate and culture of the organization are top of mind

Position Summary
The Clerical Payroll employee will perform all activities for payroll according to policies and procedures as assigned by the Director or Assistant Director of Finance. Provide professional support in a full range of payroll and group benefits administration. Provide administrative support to the finance and human resources office to effectively meet demands of the departments. Works closely with an active team and fosters a culture of collaboration and interaction. This is a bargaining unit position.
Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of payroll experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with School District payroll processing
• College level accounting classes or Accounting Degree preferred
• A strong financial and accounting acumen

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Oversees the daily operation of payroll services
• Perform duties in a manner that reflects professionally on the IU
• Meets scheduled due dates for ACH transfers and tax filing after each payroll
• Assure that proper documentation is maintained and accessible to key program staff relative to payroll
• Maintains payroll liabilities ledger
• Maintain a positive working relationship with appropriate staff
• Maintain accurate files and records
• Works closely with Human Resources personnel to adjust salaries due to unpaid leaves, dock days and other leaves as defined in various collective bargaining agreements and compensation plans.
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Reconciles, generates and files W2 forms
• Oversees PSERS/VOYA monthly and quarterly payments
• Maintains 100% confidentiality in regard to employment information received as part of payroll processing duties
• Prepares and manages the processing of employee payroll and payroll liability checks/vouchers
• Maintain effective communications with regards to payroll information
• Run reports in AESOP bi-weekly to verify accuracy of days/hours and pay rates
• Prepares and uploads PSERS/VOYA monthly reports, including uploading accurate employee demographic, contract and work record information
• Reconciles, prepares, and files quarterly and annual federal, state and local tax reports
• Maintain a working knowledge of guidelines, regulations, and procedures relevant to the payroll process
• Accurately maintains all employee salaries, deductions and budget codes

Performance Factors/Job Competencies

• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work efficiently
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing to explain payroll to key members of the organization
• Able to listen, communicate (written and verbal) effectively with all staff
• Maintain accurate records
• Ability to meet or exceed deadlines
• Ability to work independently on tasks with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to be flexible with work schedule to ensure payroll processing dates are met
• Knowledge of state and federal laws that impact payroll as it relates to the organization
• Strong organizational skills

Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. Incumbent must be able to sit at desk for extended periods of time. This role routinely uses standard office equipment with a vast majority of the time utilizing computers to complete daily tasks. Due to travel outside of the home office, candidates are required to have a vehicle and valid driver's license to attend job related duties, meetings, seminars, and trainings.
Physical Demands: (%of the time)
Standing: Occasionally (<20%)
Sitting: Frequently (>80%)
Lifting: 0-20lbs. Occasionally (<20%); 20-50 lbs. Occasionally (<20%); Over 50 lbs. Rarely
Travel: Occasionally (<20%)
Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally (<20%)
Manual Keying/Data Entry: Often (30-60%)
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