Mission‑Driven Payroll & Operations Specialist

St. Ambrose Financial Services Inc.; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Ambrose Financial Services is seeking a Business & Workforce Support Specialist to serve as a central support resource for payroll, benefits, accounts payable, and client services across the Diocese of La Crosse entities.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy, adaptability, and commitment to service within a Catholic mission environment. Collaboration with the Benefits Manager, Director of Business Services, and Operations leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Administration, or related field preferred.
• Experience in payroll administration, benefits administration, accounting support, business operations, or client services preferred.
• Experience with payroll systems and business software platforms is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with payroll processing activities and payroll administration functions.
• Review payroll reports and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Support payroll change requests, employee maintenance, and payroll system administration.
• Assist clients with payroll-related questions and system navigation.
• Support payroll implementations and transitions.

Skills

Organization

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Customer service

Communication

Confidentiality

Microsoft Excel

Google Workspace

Education

Associate or Bachelor degree in Business/Accounting/Finance/Administration

Tools

Payroll systems

Microsoft Office

Payroll administration software

Job description

St. Ambrose Financial Services is seeking a Business & Workforce Support Specialist to serve as a central support resource for payroll, benefits, accounts payable, and client services across the Diocese of La Crosse entities.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy, adaptability, and commitment to service within a Catholic mission environment. Collaboration with the Benefits Manager, Director of Business Services, and Operations leadership is essential.