Payroll Specialist: Precision, Impact & Service

College of Charleston; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental

Retirement

Long Term Disability

Paid Holidays

Free CARTA Bus Service

Employee Tuition Assistance Program (E

ETAP

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Full Benefits Package

Job summary

The College of Charleston is seeking a Payroll Coordinator to manage time sheet auditing, data entry, and paycheck processing in the Payroll Office. This position focuses on accurate payroll processing and effective service to students, faculty, and staff in a busy university environment.

The role supports the Payroll Director and Assistant Director, handles inquiries, and contributes to general ledger reconciliation and payroll reporting. A Bachelor’s degree and payroll experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or management preferred.
• Two years of payroll, accounting, or finance related experience.
• Equivalent combination of experience and/or education encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist with time sheet management and auditing.
• Process paycheck disbursements and enter data in Banner.
• Scan documents, maintain payroll checks distribution, and generate payroll reports.
• Provide customer service via phone, email, and in-person inquiries.
• Support Payroll Director and Assistant Director during payroll processing.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/management

Tools

Banner

BDMS

Job description

The College of Charleston is seeking a Payroll Coordinator to manage time sheet auditing, data entry, and paycheck processing in the Payroll Office. This position focuses on accurate payroll processing and effective service to students, faculty, and staff in a busy university environment.

The role supports the Payroll Director and Assistant Director, handles inquiries, and contributes to general ledger reconciliation and payroll reporting. A Bachelor’s degree and payroll experience are preferred.