Payroll Specialist

Corn Belt Energy Corporation; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer funded pension plan

401k employer match

Medical-dental-vision insurance

Long term disability

Life insurance

Supplemental life insurance

Sick time

Vacation time

Personal time

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Corn Belt Energy Corporation is hiring a Payroll Specialist to process biweekly payroll and maintain accurate payroll records. The role ensures compliance with federal/state laws and company policies while handling inquiries, audits, and reporting needs.

Responsibilities include reconciliations, month-end close, W-2s/1099s, and confidentiality of sensitive data. Strong detail orientation and MS Office proficiency are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; accounting/finance preferred.
• 2+ years payroll or accounting experience desired.
• Strong problem solving and prioritization skills.
• Attention to detail and data confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Review and verify timekeeping, attendance, overtime, deductions.
• Maintain payroll records: new hires, terminations, changes, deposits, withholdings.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local laws.
• Apply policies and collective bargaining agreements.
• Close monthly payroll, reconcile, and report.
• Respond to paycheck and deduction questions.
• Reconcile payroll reports and GL accounts.
• Prepare payroll reports for management and accounting.
• Assist with quarterly/annual tax filings (W-2s, 1099s, 1095-C).
• Maintain confidentiality of payroll information.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies; assist audits.
• Stay informed on payroll laws; propose improvements.
• Support Accounting during audits; other duties as assigned.

Skills

Payroll processing

Timekeeping

Tax withholdings

Record keeping

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2+ years payroll or accounting experience

Job description

• 30.75-31.25 per hour Pay is commensurate with professional experience and academic background.
• Hourly
• Full Time
• employer funded pension plan, 401k employer match, partially employer funded medical-dental-vision insurance, long term disability, employer funded life insurance, supplemental life insurance, sick time, vacation time, personal time, tuition reimbursement

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for accurately and efficiently processing payroll while ensuring compliance with Cooperative policies and applicable federal and state regulations. This position maintains payroll records, resolves employee payroll questions, and supports payroll-related reporting and audits.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process biweekly payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Review and verify employee timekeeping, attendance, overtime, deductions, and other payroll-related information.
• Maintain accurate employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, pay changes, direct deposits, tax withholdings, and deductions.
• Ensure payroll is processed in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Apply company polices and collective bargaining agreements according to their provisions to ensure accurate payroll and time entry.
• Manage month-end payroll close activities, including payroll reconciliations, adjustments, and reporting.
• Respond to employee questions regarding paychecks, deductions, tax withholdings, benefits deductions, and payroll procedures.
• Reconcile payroll reports and payroll-related general ledger accounts.
• Prepare and distribute payroll reports for management, accounting, and other internal departments.
• Assist with quarterly and annual payroll reporting, including W-2s, 1099s, 1095-C, and other required tax filings.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of sensitive employee and payroll information.
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Assist with internal and external payroll audits.
• Stay informed about changes to payroll laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Provide assistance to Accounting team during audits.
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of payroll or accounting experience preferred.
• Excellent problem solving and prioritization skills.
• Strong understanding of payroll processes, deductions, taxes, and compliance requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
• Strong understanding of payroll processes, deductions, taxes, and compliance requirements.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate professionally and accurately across all departments.
• Excellent computer skills including the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver's license.

WORK CONDITIONS

Work performed indoors will occur within an office setting utilizing a number of technological devices such as a telephone, Smartphone, personal computer, etc. Occasional travel outside cooperative service territory for meetings and training.