Payroll Specialist - Compliance & Process Expert

Young World Physical Education; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cedar Rapids Community School District seeks a Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate bi-weekly payroll processing and compliance with district policies and applicable laws. The role supports data integrity and delivers excellent service to employees.

Located at Educational Leadership & Support Center in Cedar Rapids, this 1.0 FTE, 12-month position offers a salary range of $60,000 to $65,000 with benefits per the work agreement. Occasional overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related field preferred.
• Three or more years of payroll or related experience, including payroll processing, customer service, and demonstrated proficiency using HRIS.
• Strong computer skills including accurate data entry, and proficient use of Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite products.
• Proven experience working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple priorities with frequent interruptions.
• Experience integrating new technologies and online resources into work practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage the complete bi-weekly payroll process, ensuring accurate entry, verification, auditing, and reconciliation of hours, deductions, benefits, overtime, and corrections.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local laws and district policies, including IRS regulations, FLSA, FMLA, ACA, HIPAA, wage reporting, tax filings, and other payroll requirements.
• Investigate and resolve payroll issues and respond to employee inquiries with timely, professional service.
• Collaborate with other departments and vendors to support accurate payroll processing and resolve system or data issues.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all payroll and employee information, adhering to privacy laws and best practices for data security.
• Train, guide, and mentor Payroll Assistants to ensure work is accurate and aligned with district policies and procedures.
• Exercise sound judgment to review payroll transactions and ensure integrity and accuracy of records.

Skills

Payroll processing

Compliance and regulatory knowledge

Customer service

Data entry accuracy

Cross-functional communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/Accounting or related field preferred

Tools

HRIS

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Cedar Rapids Community School District seeks a Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate bi-weekly payroll processing and compliance with district policies and applicable laws. The role supports data integrity and delivers excellent service to employees.

Located at Educational Leadership & Support Center in Cedar Rapids, this 1.0 FTE, 12-month position offers a salary range of $60,000 to $65,000 with benefits per the work agreement. Occasional overtime may be required.