Specialist, Payroll

Position Summary The Payroll Specialist is responsible for reviewing documents and processing accounts related to payroll to facilitate all payroll functions, maintaining payroll accounts, creating related reports, and ensuring timely payroll payment for employees. Primary Duties Performed

• Review and process insurance benefits applications and related documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with all relevant policies and procedures
• Balance and control earnings and deduction totals
• Audit subsidiary ledgers that balance with the general ledger to support financial reports
• Prepare and file tax reports
• Process new hires into the payroll system
• Determine and correct out-of-balance conditions
• Analyze, record, and tabulate payroll and insurance transactions
• Coordinate the payments to outside contractors
• Monitor and verify city residency and work location for all employees
• Maintain W-2 and pay stubs for all employees
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications/Experience

• High school diploma with 3 - 5 years of related experience
• Certification from the relevant authority or other licensing or certification may be required
• Preferred: Associate degree in Business Administration, General Accounting, or a related field with a minimum of two (2) years of experience
• Banner experience and accounting knowledge of the general ledger preferred

Working Conditions

• Generally works in an office environment

Physical Requirements:

• Negligible

Benefits

St. Louis Community College offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage starting your first day. Enjoy a generous paid time off program, which includes 11 paid holidays, 4 days between Christmas and New Years, 4 personal days, and accrued medical and vacation leave. Participation in the Non-Certificated Employee Retirement Plan (NCERP) is required. The current employee contribution is 4% of pre-tax income, with the College matching at 4%. Benefit from tuition waivers, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities that support your continued growth and well-being.