Payroll Jobs in Elgin il

About ECC :

Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person-students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors-feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college's mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.

Work Schedule :

M-F 8 : 00 am - 5 : 00 pm

Rate of Pay :

This position is a grade 14 with a minimum of $54,389 and a mid-point of $72,518. Salary offer will be commensurate with the education / experience, in alignment with the College's compensation philosophy, and the current CBA, if applicable.

FLSA Status : Non-exempt

Grant Funded : Job Summary :

An employee in this classification, under the direction of the Senior Director of Payroll, will coordinate and participate in technical payroll accounting activities. This includes participating in the preparation, maintenance, processing, analysis, and auditing of both manual and automated payroll data, information, records, and reports. The employee will ensure the accuracy and completeness of payroll transactions, lead, train, and provide work direction and guidance to staff on daily tasks and projects. Additionally, the employee will act as a backup for the Senior Director and Payroll Specialist as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, training and work experience in a payroll related field.
• Minimum of five (5) FT years of direct in-house payroll processing and related payroll operations experience.
• Proven experience as a Payroll Analyst, Payroll Coordinator or similar role.
• Must possess knowledge of the principles, practices and regulations of Payroll operations and human resource best practices with the ability to remain current.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, policies, procedures, and collective bargaining provisions.
• Considerable knowledge of payroll wage garnishments and the required processing.
• Excellent analytical skills with superior attention to detail and accuracy with numbers.
• Expert knowledge of payroll systems and HRIS.
• Considerable skills in Microsoft Office products, including comprehensive skills in Excel.
• Expert time management, problem-solving, and data analysis skills.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive information while maintaining a high level of confidentiality and discretion at all times.
• Ability to take initiative, to research and troubleshoot issues, to determine or recommend solutions, to communicate status of issues to internal and external customers, and to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to understand and respond to both internal and external auditor requests.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and make sound decisions.
• Ability to effectively present information and training content to employees at all levels and within a diverse population in the organization, in both group and individual settings.

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

Essential Duties :

Other Duties :

Perform other duties as assigned which pertain to the job description.

Physical Demands :

Sedentary (up to 10 lbs occasionally, sitting most of the time)

Visual Acuity :

Close visual acuity (e.g. computer, assembly)

Work Environment : Moderate noise

Environmental Conditions :

Typical office or administrative

Current SSECCA Union Member Information :

The initial posting date for this position is 12 / 11 / 2024. Elgin Community College Support Staff Association (SSECCA) members that apply by 12 / 18 / 24 and meet the posted minimum qualifications will receive full consideration.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement :

Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex / gender / gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers.

In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College's EEO / AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.