Payroll & HR Assistant — Academic Programs & Compliance

Indiana University Bloomington; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental

Health savings account contributions

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance and disability coverage

Retirement plan with IU contributions

Tuition subsidy for employees

Job summary

Indiana University Bloomington is seeking a detail-oriented administrator to coordinate hiring for students and staff, manage payroll, and ensure policy compliance on the Bloomington campus. You will handle background checks, I-9s, work authorizations, and academic appointments, while supporting timekeeping and reporting in IU systems.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and data-entry skills, plus the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED/HSED).
• Associate's degree preferred.
• 2 years of relevant experience.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills.
• General knowledge of IU systems (KFS, HRMS, SIS).
• Experience in managing and documenting workflows and data entry.
• Proficiency with standard Office software.

Responsibilities

• Under moderate supervision, performs financial and administrative tasks.
• Processes documents into university systems and verifies accuracy.
• Maintains records of financial transactions and prepares reports.
• Audits payroll and ensures timely payments.
• Responds to inquiries regarding policies and procedures.
• Acts as a liaison to department and other divisions.

Skills

Communication

Professionalism

Time management

Attention to detail

Adaptability

IU systems knowledge

Data entry

Office software

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree

Tools

KFS

HRMS

SIS

Job description

Indiana University Bloomington is seeking a detail-oriented administrator to coordinate hiring for students and staff, manage payroll, and ensure policy compliance on the Bloomington campus. You will handle background checks, I-9s, work authorizations, and academic appointments, while supporting timekeeping and reporting in IU systems.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and data-entry skills, plus the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.