Payroll Specialist

Location: ISD 6076 Northland Learning Center Date Available: 07/01/2026 Northland Learning Center Cooperative 40 Hours/Week | 12-Month Position (starting July 1, 2026) Pay Range: $21.33 – $25.09 per hour Northland Learning Center Cooperative is seeking a detail-oriented AP/Payroll Specialist to manage payroll, accounts payable, employee benefits administration, and financial compliance functions within the business office. This position plays a key role in ensuring accurate employee compensation, vendor payments, benefits administration, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Key Responsibilities: Process semi-monthly payroll and administer time-tracking systems. Manage employee leave tracking, employment verifications, and payroll-related reporting. Administer employee and retiree benefits, including enrollments, updates, COBRA, and insurance reconciliation. Process accounts payable, purchase orders, invoices, checks, wire transfers, and month-end receipts. Prepare and remit payroll taxes and retirement contributions (PERA, TRA, state and federal agencies). Generate and distribute W-2s, 1099s, and 1095 forms. Maintain accurate financial and employee records while ensuring confidentiality and regulatory compliance. Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred. Minimum 2–5 years of experience in payroll, accounts payable, benefits administration, or related financial operations. Strong knowledge of payroll processing, HR/payroll systems, benefits administration, and compliance requirements. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage confidential information. #J-18808-Ljbffr