Staff Accountant-Payroll

Job Description

Job Description

Staff Accountant-Payroll

Lyon College is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our Business Office. This position will manage payroll processing for faculty, staff, and student employees, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting. The role also provides support in Human Resources and general ledger functions, and serves as backup for other business office roles.

Key Responsibilities:
● Process semimonthly payroll and maintain payroll records
● Ensure compliance with payroll laws and regulations
● Assist with various accounting functions, including reconciliations
● Support other business office staff as needed

Qualifications:
● Payroll and/or accounting experience required; higher education or nonprofit experience preferred
● 2+ years of experience in payroll, human resources and/or customer service.
● Strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and organizational skills
● Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel); experience with Jenzabar or iSolved a plus

Benefits:
Lyon College currently offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable
eligibility requirements: medical benefit, dental benefit, vision benefit, voluntary benefits, 403(b)
retirement plan with employer contribution and match, employer paid life insurance, employer paid
long-term disability coverage, paid time off (includes vacation and sick time), 17 paid holidays
annually, and a tuition grant for faculty, staff, and their dependents. More information on these
benefits and eligibility can be found by contacting Human Resources at View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

About Lyon College Lyon College is a selective private liberal arts college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) in the historic town of Batesville, Arkansas. Home to more than 660 students from 30 states and 18 countries, the College is renowned for its inclusive and nurturing academic community. Batesville, with a population of 11,000, was named the Best City to Live in Arkansas by USA Today. It offers a safe, vibrant environment and is a regional hub for commercial, medical, and social activities.

Why Lyon? At Lyon, we prioritize excellent teaching, inclusive environments, and the persistence and success of our students and faculty. We support innovative teaching, meaningful research, and professional development in a close-knit academic community. Our liberal arts foundation encourages students to think critically about their place in the world and explore diverse perspectives.

Application Process Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references to Human Resources, P.O. Box 2317, Batesville, AR 72503-2317, or electronically at Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer Lyon College does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin. We comply with all federal and state laws regarding equal employment opportunities. Learn more about Lyon College at Join us at Lyon College and be the difference in shaping the future of curious and dedicated students!