Payroll & Benefits Coordinator

City of Indianapolis; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Indianapolis is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage accurate payroll activities across dual financial systems for all agency staff. You will oversee policy administration, ensure timely processing, and resolve data issues between timekeeping and payroll applications.

The role requires an accounting or business degree or equivalent payroll experience, proficiency with Kronos and PeopleSoft, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to handle confidential information

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or Public Administration, or 4 years payroll experience.
• Working knowledge of KRONOS and PeopleSoft; ability to learn multiple software systems.
• Analytical ability, critical thinking, and excellent customer service (speaking, writing, listening).

Responsibilities

• Administers payroll policies and procedures per collective bargaining agreement.
• Reviews bi-weekly and weekly employee payrolls for accuracy.
• Facilitates and verifies data transfers between timekeeping systems.
• Provides training to supervisors and managers on payroll system.
• Prepares and analyzes payroll reports and forms for increases, promotions, retirements and terminations.
• Assists employees with enrollment in benefits and changes.
• Liaises with City Payroll and employees to resolve payroll issues.

Skills

Analytical ability

Critical thinking

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

Associates or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or Public Administration

Tools

KRONOS

PeopleSoft

Job description

City of Indianapolis is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage accurate payroll activities across dual financial systems for all agency staff. You will oversee policy administration, ensure timely processing, and resolve data issues between timekeeping and payroll applications.

The role requires an accounting or business degree or equivalent payroll experience, proficiency with Kronos and PeopleSoft, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to handle confidential information