Payroll & Benefits Analyst (1.0 FTE) – Government

Applitrack; Palmer (AK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Analyst to coordinate payroll accounting and related benefits. The role requires strong accuracy and the ability to troubleshoot with IT and Tyler Technologies, under the supervision of the Payroll/Benefits Supervisor.

Responsibilities include maintaining audit-ready records, guiding Payroll Technicians, and ensuring compliance with federal/state laws. Requires extensive payroll experience and an Alaska driver's license.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in accounting or related field is required or preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience with payroll processes and related benefits.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and governmental/non-profit payroll practices.

Responsibilities

• Establishes procedural steps to create auditable records and initiates corrective action for discrepancies.
• Maintains checks and balances for documents to ensure accurate charges to accounts.
• Advises Payroll Technicians on coding and payment issues and proposes corrective actions.
• Reviews payroll formulas for accuracy and processes actual payrolls when needed.
• Reconciles payroll liability accounts and prepares adjustments for year-end audits.
• Coordinates payroll benefits (PERS/TRS, health insurance, TSA, etc.) and ensures timely reporting to agencies.
• Prepares reports to agencies and supports year-end tasks including W-2 processing.
• Provides backup to payroll staff and assists with related payroll functions as directed.

Skills

Typing 40 wpm

Education

Associate's degree in accounting or related field

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Analyst to coordinate payroll accounting and related benefits. The role requires strong accuracy and the ability to troubleshoot with IT and Tyler Technologies, under the supervision of the Payroll/Benefits Supervisor.

Responsibilities include maintaining audit-ready records, guiding Payroll Technicians, and ensuring compliance with federal/state laws. Requires extensive payroll experience and an Alaska driver's license.