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The Payroll/HR Coordinator will oversee and supervise the school’s payroll functions, ensuring pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Semi-Monthly/Monthly payroll processing and reporting through ADP
• Managing Time and Attendance for employees, including timecards, Substitutes, and absences
• Payroll processing of Annual Fund Donations, Garnishments, Club Payments, Pay Adjustments, Stipends & Employee Tuition Payments, work with the different departments to verify amounts
• Maintains payroll files and resolves any payroll related issues with employees
• Work with HR Director to ensure employee files are complete
• Work with HR Director to ensure all payroll changes are accurate and complete
• Make recommendations regarding cost control and efficient administration practices
• Payroll reconciliation with Accounting Department
• Performs other personnel/payroll/business office duties as needed
• Assists with Accounting, HR and Payroll audits
• Wage and Tax Register Preview
• End of year HR and payroll preparation

COMPETENCIES

• Ability to maintain all employee information with absolute confidentiality
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Strong customer service/communication skills
• Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner, organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines
• Attention to detail; demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness
• Comfortable working with/learning new technologies
• Self-starter who can work independently and problem-solve
• Ability to multitask and be flexible
• Demonstrate professionalism in all aspects of the job
• Engage in Professional Development to remain current on legal compliance/best practices

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Proficient and experienced using ADP or related payroll software.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office or related software.
• Payroll experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills including on the phone and through email

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Required to walk; stoop, kneel or crouch; reach with hands and arms.
• Required to stand or sit and talk or hear.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.

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