LEMAN ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE INC · 3 months ago
Payroll/Human Resources Coordinator: District Office, Tucson, Arizona
Leman Academy of Excellence Inc is seeking a Payroll/Human Resources Coordinator to support their HR department in Tucson, Arizona. This role involves managing payroll functions, assisting with recruitment and onboarding processes, and ensuring compliance with HR policies and regulations.
ConsultingEducationPrimary Education
Responsibilities
Must be willing to learn or have experience working with multi-state schools
Prepares, verifies and distributes bi-weekly or monthly, multi-state payroll
Prepares required governmental reports, retirement, IRS, W-2’s etc. and files them according to the prescribed deadlines
Responsible for compliance with payroll laws and regulations
Works with employees to explain and review discrepancies noted in payroll information
Reviews payroll schedule and is proactive in approach to scheduling given holidays and changes in work schedule
Perform the various tasks related to the quarter-end and year-end close processes
Responsible for submitting and maintaining HSA, workers comp, PERA, and 401(k)
Communicate proactively with management and stakeholders regarding progress, issues, risks, and plans for resolution
Support internal and external payroll audits
Maintain current knowledge of compensation accounting principles
Identify and drive process improvements consistent with industry best practices
Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner
Responsible for performing various tasks related to financial close deadlines and perform research and participate in audits as required
Serve as a link between management and employees by handling questions and interpreting and administering policies
Assist with preparing and conducting all aspects of new employee onboarding
Maintain Fingerprint and School Compliance
System usage preference; Paylocity, Synergy SIS, BCBS, CheckR, UKG
Charter School or School District Experience Preferred
Contract Management and Salary negotiations
Offer letters and retention strategy experience
Maintain regular attendance
Develops, facilitates, and implements all phases of the recruitment process
Collaborates with department managers to identify and draft detailed and accurate job descriptions and hiring criteria
Identifies and implements efficient and effective recruiting methods and strategies based on the available role, industry standards, and the needs of the organization
Develop recruitment plans, posting job openings, screening applications
Preparation of interview questions and other hiring and selection materials
Collaborates with the hiring manager and/or other human resource staff during the offer process, identifying and recommending salary ranges, incentives, start dates, and other pertinent details
Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and company policies
Maintaining positive employee relations, fostering a supportive work environment, and ensuring compliance with labor laws
Organizes and attends job fairs, campus events, and other networking opportunities; runs company booths at job fairs. (Position will require travel to job fairs, campus events, and other networking events.)
Maintains and ensures compliance with applicable equal employment opportunity (EEO) and related employment laws and regulations
Maintaining accurate HR records and data
Supporting other Payroll and HR initiatives and projects as needed
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Associate's Degree (Required)
2+ years of recent experience in Payroll, Human Resources, or a related field (School setting preferred)
AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card / Background and Criminal History Clearance
First Aid/ CPR
Knowledge and ability to use HRIS or Payroll accounting systems
Experience using MS Word, Excel, Access, and Google Suite
Valid AZ Driver's License (Minimal Travel Required)
Excellent data entry skills
Experience maintaining confidentiality and discretion
Organizational experience, and experience working under pressure
Experience handling and prioritizing multiple tasks and meet all deadlines
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Effective verbal, listening, and written communication skills
Effective organizational, stress, and time management skills
Demonstrates a sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines
Ability to work independently or as a team member
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in business or a related field (Preferred)
Experience using Paylocity, Synergy SIS, BCBS, CheckR, UKG
Charter School or School District Experience Preferred
Contract Management and Salary negotiations
Offer letters and retention strategy experience
Company
LEMAN ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE INC
Leman Academy of Excellence offers a rigorous, classical education based on the traditions of Western culture where all disciplines are interrelated allowing scholars the ability to think independently and critically.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2025-09-18
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