Payroll Coordinator

Responsibilities include the following:

• Assist with the preparation auditing and processing of biweekly and monthly payrolls.

• Process payroll updates including new hires terminations compensation changes cost allocation updates one-time payments and other payroll transactions.

• Review and reconcile timekeeping records payroll reports and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness.

• Respond to employee and supervisor questions regarding payroll timekeeping tax withholdings benefit deductions and related processes.

• Maintain accurate and confidential payroll records and assist with payroll reporting audits tax documentation and regulatory requirements.

• Support multi-state payroll and employment compliance for remote and hybrid employees.

• Provide payroll and timekeeping training guidance and communications to employees and supervisors.

• Partner with Human Resources and campus departments to resolve payroll issues improve processes and support university operations.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associates degree or coursework in Human Resources business or a related field preferred.

• Two or more years of administrative experience in payroll Human Resources data entry or a related area.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office particularly Excel and the ability to learn payroll HRIS and timekeeping systems.

• Familiarity with ADP Workforce Now HRIS or timekeeping systems is preferred.

• Knowledge of payroll regulations and experience in higher education or the nonprofit sector is preferred.

Interacting with students faculty and leadership with different backgrounds and points of view and a deep appreciation of and respect for academic values and culture must be a top value of the candidate.

Application Procedure:

The position will remain open until filled. Interested applicants are asked to submit the below application materials via our Career Center Portal. If assistance is needed during the application process please reach out to.

• Letter of interest

• Resume or curriculum vitae

• Contact information for at least three references

Augustana University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Title IX Employer. Applicants must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act and may be required to submit official transcripts upon employment. Finalist candidates must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment background check.