Payroll Assistant

Greenbush - The Southeast Kansas Education Service Center is seeking applications for an Payroll Assistant at Greenbush Main Campus - Girard.
Anticipated Start Date: 5/24/2024.
Position will remain open until filled.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
Must have legal ability to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Job Summary: The Payroll Assistant's primary responsibility is to provide support in processing payrolls for school districts and other like agencies.
In addition to providing payroll support the Payroll Assistant will support other accounting functions to support school and other like agencies business operations.
QUALIFICATIONS Required: Valid driver’s license required for employment.
REAL ID is required if air travel is necessary to complete job duties.
Excellent communication skills promoting positive client experiences and workspace environment Observation of strict confidentiality of records Accurate data entry skills Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to work independently in a time sensitive environment Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn payroll softwares and applications Ability to take direction from team members Ability to become "bondable" Preferred: High school diploma or equivalent required.
Two years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping with at least six months of experience in payroll preferred.
RESPONSIBILITIES Essential Functions: Enters, maintains, and/or processes information in the payroll system; information may include employees hourly rates, salaries, commissions, bonuses or other compensation, time worked, paid leave and holidays, deductions and withholding, address changes, and other information.
Ensures proper processing of payroll deductions for taxes, benefits, charitable contributions, and other deductions.
Reconciles payroll to the general ledger and monthly bank statements.
Issues, or reissues, physical or replacement checks or direct deposits due to payroll errors or final discharge.
Records and processes federal and state payroll tax deposits.
Communicates technical information to non-technical personnel General Responsibilities: Maintain timely documentation.
Support the mission, goals, and objectives of the SEKESC.
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.
Maintain strict confidentiality as outlined by FERPA and HIPAA.
Ability to work alone and in groups to provide services.
Maintain professional relationships with families.
Assume responsibility for individual professional growth by staying current with literature, research, and/or practices.
Demonstrate proficiency in ability to effectively and regularly communicate with other employees of the SEKESC and constituents.
Complete all assignments in a timely manner including communication with other staff and families.
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Follow all safety requirements as directed by the SEKESC.
Regular and predictive attendance in designated work location as determined by the Executive Director or designee.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director or designee.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Lifting up to 30 pounds.
Manage all job duties with mobility, agility, and dexterity.
Sit/stand for long periods of time.
Work in loud/stressful environments.
Ability to drive in varying weather and geographical conditions.
Being exposed to infectious and contagious diseases.
Being exposed to hazardous materials.
Being exposed to work settings that offer a risk to personal security and that are not ADA compliant.
Excellent benefit package: Supporting employees and their families is important to Greenbush.
We provide access to exceptional Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance options for all employees who work 20 hours or more a week.
Employees also can participate in flex spending accounts and salary protection programs.
Additionally, Greenbush participates in the Kansas Public Retirement System (KPERS) and provides excellent 403b plan options.
Greenbush contributes to each and every employee’s retirement plan by matching up to $100 a month for any Greenbush employee that contributes to one of the 403b plans.
All employees and their families can also benefit from the personal services available through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Greenbush also offers Student Loan Planning from Certified Financial Planners and Student Loan Professionals for employees and their immediate family members.
Employees are provided with vacation days, sick leave, personal leave, and holidays subject to the length of their contract.
In addition to the benefit package, Greenbush recognizes the importance of continued education throughout an employee’s career and offers an Education Reimbursement Plan to support employees in their education endeavors.
The plan provides an opportunity for any Greenbush employee working at least 1,004 hours per year to be reimbursed up to $1320 per contract year for tuition costs.
Employees of Greenbush meeting the hour requirement can apply to participate in the program by completing the Education Reimbursement Application Form.
In addition, Greenbush offers a Professional License Reimbursement Program, which provides full reimbursement for professional licenses with specific Kansas licensing authorities and other appropriate authorities (a complete list can be provided upon request).
For complete benefit package information, direct your questions to the individual listed under the Job Contact Information section.
Equal Opportunity Employer Primary Location Greenbush Main Campus - Girard Salary Range Competitive salary commensurate with experience / Per Hour Shift Type Full-Time Job Contact Information Name Susan Dodsworth Title External Business Support Phone 620.
724.
6281 Email susan.
dodsworth@greenbush.
org