Cedar Rapids Community School District · 1 week ago
Payroll and Benefits Assistant
Cedar Rapids, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$23.22/hr - $23.22/hr
3+ years expCedar Rapids Community School District is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Assistant to support Payroll Specialists and the Benefits team. This role involves ensuring accurate processing of payroll and employee benefits, addressing inquiries, and managing employee life cycle changes while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.
Education
Responsibilities
Compile and verify employee payroll and/or benefits data
Calculate, enter, and maintain system data with awareness of IRS regulations, union contracts, work agreements, and Board of Education policies
Process employee change requests using School ERP Pro, Time Clock Plus, Employee Navigator, Microsoft Office and Google Suite applications, specific vendor sites, and other relevant applications
Research and resolve discrepancies to ensure accuracy and compliance
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess and address cross-departmental impacts
Conduct thorough audits of reports and system data, maintaining a high level of attention to detail
Respond promptly to phone, in-person, and email inquiries, providing accurate and helpful payroll and benefits related information
Guide employees in utilizing payroll and benefits resources and applications effectively
Monitor HR new hire orientations to ensure data has been received for direct deposit and taxes
Interpret benefit eligibility and determine related enrollments
Complete documentation for external entity verifications as requested
Participate in training district employees and co-workers as needed
Adapt easily to shifting priorities and complete tasks within established timeframes
Scan, upload, and maintain files in an organized manner
Assist with the setup and takedown of special events and meetings
Complete other duties and projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
Three or more years of experience with customer service and progressive administrative responsibilities
Strong computer skills including accurate data entry, professional use of email, and proficient utilization of Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite products
Proven experience working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple priorities with frequent interruptions
Ability to read, understand, and communicate clearly and effectively in oral and written form
Ability to effectively write reports, training documents, and communications to varied stakeholder groups and respond to questions from staff
Ability to perform basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, decimals and fractions
Ability to use formulas, spreadsheets, calculators, and databases
Ability to assist staff in implementing these mathematical concepts and tools
Ability to solve problems effectively
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or related field preferred but not required
Experience using Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS); payroll and benefit systems preferred
Benefits
All benefits in accordance with work agreement.
Company
Cedar Rapids Community School District
Cedar Rapids Community School District is a public school district serving preschool through 12th-grade students.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
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