Hybrid Payroll Coordinator presso COUNTRYSIDE YMCA

Payroll Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY:  The Payroll Coordinator is responsible for the timely processing of payroll and all related record keeping. This position is responsible for complying with federal, state, and local regulations and related employee reporting requirements.

EDUCATION AND YEARS OF EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: High school diploma with at least two years of experience in payroll, payroll systems, accounting, and/or bookkeeping.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Implements, maintains, and reviews information in the HRIS system (Paycom preferred) to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions; information may include employee hourly rates, salaries, benefits, bonuses or other compensation, taxes, time worked, paid leave, garnishments, deductions, withholdings, address changes, and other information.
• Ensures accurate and timely record updates including new hires, terminations, and pay rates.
• Issues, or reissues, physical or replacement checks or direct deposits due as needed
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
• Solves problems concerning payroll, answers inquiries, and enforces payroll policies.
• Assists in development of procedures by recommending improvements as necessary to improve efficiency.
• Processes & reply to employment verifications.
• Verifies accuracy of Quarterly, Annual reports and W-2's.
• Completes various required government reports
• Works with Human Resources to train & assist staff in proper timekeeping, documentation, and payroll procedures.
• Works with accounting staff and auditors to ensure compliance with auditing requirements.
• Participates in such projects as the Annual Campaign. 
• Assists in administration of various employee benefits programs, such as group health, dental and vision, accident and disability, life insurance, retirement, and wellness benefits.
• Works with Human Resources to verify all benefit related deductions are accurate and processed timely.
• Assists in administration of the employee retirement plan
• Makes journal entries into the accounting system to ensure accurate reporting of all payroll related transactions. 

Qualifications

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Ability to solve problems and make proactive recommendations.
• Proficiency in YMCA software programs such as Paycom, Daxko, Excel and Google Workspace
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must be detail oriented with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Noise in the work environment is quiet to moderate.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position includes a complimentary individual membership to the Countryside YMCA and discounts on programming!