Payroll & Timekeeping Specialist — Higher Education

Augustana University; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Augustana University invites applications for a Payroll Coordinator. This position supports the Human Resources and Payroll team in processing biweekly and monthly payrolls with accuracy, confidentiality, and strong customer service.

The role collaborates with employees, supervisors, students, and campus departments to ensure timely payroll operations and compliance. Prior payroll experience and proficiency with Excel and payroll systems are valued, including ADP Workforce Now.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s degree preferred.
• Two or more years of administrative experience in payroll or HR.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and the ability to learn payroll systems.
• Familiarity with ADP Workforce Now, HRIS, or timekeeping systems preferred.
• Experience in higher education or nonprofit sectors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation, auditing, and processing of biweekly and monthly payrolls.
• Process payroll updates including new hires, terminations, compensation changes, and other payroll transactions.
• Review and reconcile timekeeping records, payroll reports, and supporting documentation for accuracy.
• Respond to employee and supervisor questions regarding payroll, timekeeping, tax withholdings, and deductions.
• Maintain accurate and confidential payroll records and assist with payroll reporting and audits.
• Support multi-state payroll and employment compliance for remote and hybrid employees.
• Provide payroll and timekeeping training and communications to employees and supervisors.
• Partner with HR and campus departments to resolve payroll issues and improve processes.

Skills

Payroll processing

Customer service

Excel

HRIS

Timekeeping systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or related coursework

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

HRIS

Timekeeping systems

Job description

Augustana University invites applications for a Payroll Coordinator. This position supports the Human Resources and Payroll team in processing biweekly and monthly payrolls with accuracy, confidentiality, and strong customer service.

The role collaborates with employees, supervisors, students, and campus departments to ensure timely payroll operations and compliance. Prior payroll experience and proficiency with Excel and payroll systems are valued, including ADP Workforce Now.