Payroll, HR & Benefits Specialist

ST. CROIX RIVER EDUCATION DISTRICT

MISSION

Through data-based decision making, meaningful collaboration, and implementation of innovative, evidence-based practices, the St. Croix River Education District will be a leader in maximizing outcomes for all learners.

POSITION PURPOSE

The Accounting Technician assists the Business Manager in performing accounting functions and maintaining balanced and up-to-date financial records for the Ed District.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

PAYROLL

Initiate, calculate, verify, and complete Ed District payroll system

Maintain and update all employee payroll information

Payroll processing; Semi-monthly preparation of payroll for employees including accounts payable for payroll liabilities

Maintain personnel files to keep up to date with changes in salary

HUMAN RESOURCES

Provide onboarding for new hires

Support staff with benefit administration

Work with Business Manager to maintain current policies and procedures regarding HR and benefits

BENEFITS

Maintain personnel files to keep up with benefits for staff

Update payroll system with changes to employee information and benefits

Verify compliance in 403(b), FSA, HRA/HSA, FMLA, and COBRA.

Prepare monthly PERA and TRA reports

STATE & FEDERAL REPORTING

Complete quarterly/annual tax and wage reporting

Verify annual information to accurately prepare W-2s, and 1095s for Ed District employees

Maintain records for 1099 reporting

ACCOUNTS PAYABLES

Oversee Accounts Payable according to schedule

Assist with invoice preparation and monitoring payment receipts

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Promote and maintain high ethical and confidential standards

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Training Work Experience

Associates degree in accounting OR equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in a job-related field that enables performance of all aspects of this position.

Preferred: Three or more years working in a related position.

Licensure/Certification

None required

Personal Skills

Ability to work collaboratively on a team

Organizational skills to manage multiple projects

A passion and willingness to learn

Strong oral and written communication skills

Adaptability based on changing needs

Solutions-focused problem solving skills

Maintain high ethical and confidential standards

Additional Information

Supervision

Reports to the Business Manager. The Accounting Technician does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Demands

Business travel may be required. Work hours are typically business hours only, but may require extended hours from time to time. The work is mostly sedentary and can require the exertion of up to 25 pounds or force occasionally. Frequent computer use is required including long periods without movement.

The information contained in this Job Description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The individuals currently holding this position perform additional duties and additional duties may be assigned. The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met or will be encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This Job Description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Education District and employee and is subject to change by the Education District as the needs and requirements of the position change. #J-18808-Ljbffr