Payroll Coordinator

Position Description:

This position assists with the accurate and timely preparation of the organization's payroll as well as supports the routine administration of payroll policies and procedures to enhance the effectiveness and ensure the accuracy of the payroll function.

Position Location:

This is a hybrid role working partially in-office (Lincoln, NE) and partially from home.


What you do:

• Coordinate and execute payroll processing tasks in accordance with established schedules and procedures. Prepare, batch and key pay data for the payroll system data entry.
• Perform daily payroll data entry and transaction support, including direct deposit entries.
• Analyze, audit, and balance Payroll data and reports before, during and after payroll processing.
• Process off-cycle payments as applicable.
• Administer and maintain the Time Labor Management System
• Serve as a point of contact for payroll inquiries and assist with issue resolution.
• Collaborate on the implementation of tax changes, process improvements, and system updates impacting payroll operations.
• Prepare, analyze, and audit payments to W2 employees.
• Prepare, analyze, and audit payments to 1099 retirees.
• Maintain appropriate records, following internal standard operating procedures and controls for payroll processing as well as audit check points.
• Analyze and audit employee level fields to ensure appropriate setups.
• Assist in processing corrections to recipient payment records for accurate recipient and company level filings.
• Maintain schedule to assure accurate and timely Payroll system year-end merge and close.
• Ability to work and interact well with others.
• Additional duties as required.

What you bring:

• High school diploma, or GED required. Associate degree or bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
• 1-2 years of related payroll experience required.
• Multi-state payroll experience desired.
• Basic accounting knowledge or experience is desired.
• Microsoft Excel experience with V-Lookups and Pivot tables is desired.

What we offer:

A meaningful mission. Great benefits. A vibrant culture

Ameritas is an insurance, financial services and employee benefits provider Our purpose is fulfilling life. It means helping all kinds of people, at every age and stage, get more out of life.


At Ameritas, you'll find energizing work challenges. Flexible hybrid work options. Time for family and community. But dig deeper. Benefits at Ameritas cover things you expect -- and things you don't:


Ameritas Benefits

For your money:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and quarterly contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement and Assistance
• Incentive Program Bonuses
• Competitive Pay

For your time:

• Flexible Hybrid work
• Thrive Days - Personal time off
• Paid time off (PTO)

For your health and well-being:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Well-being programs with financial rewards
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

For your professional growth:

• Professional development programs
• Leadership development programs
• Employee resource groups
• StrengthsFinder Program

For your community:

• Matching donations program
• Paid volunteer time- 8 hours per month

For your family:

• Generous paid maternity leave and paternity leave
• Fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance
• Backup child, elder and pet care support

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Ameritas has a reputation as a company that cares, and because everyone should feel safe bringing their authentic, whole self to work, we're committed to an inclusive culture and diverse workplace, enriched by our individual differences. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that hires based on qualifications, positive attitude, and exemplary work ethic, regardless of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.


Application Deadline
This position will be open for a minimum of 3 business days or until filled.

This position is not open to individuals who are temporarily authorized to work in the U.S.