Payroll Specialist

Location: St. Louis

Job Description

Why is This a Great Opportunity?

This Payroll Specialist role offers the opportunity to manage and support a critical function within the organization-ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. The position provides hands-on involvement with payroll systems, compliance requirements, and reporting processes, allowing for both technical application and process improvement.

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who values accuracy, confidentiality, and consistency. Experience in a multi-entity or higher education environment is beneficial, offering exposure to complex payroll structures and diverse employee populations.

Job Description:

This Payroll Specialist role offers the opportunity to manage and support a critical function within the organization-ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. The position provides hands-on involvement with payroll systems, compliance requirements, and reporting processes, allowing for both technical application and process improvement.

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who values accuracy, confidentiality, and consistency. Experience in a multi-entity or higher education environment is beneficial, offering exposure to complex payroll structures and diverse employee populations.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

• Prior payroll processing experience required

• Experience in higher education or a multi-entity environment preferred but not required

Technical Skills

• Familiarity with payroll systems and reporting requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and related reporting tools

• Understanding of payroll tax regulations and compliance standards

Core Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

• Excellent organizational and time management skills

• Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams

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