Payroll Clerk

Under the supervision of the Payroll Manager, the Payroll Administrator assists with activities necessary to process multiple payrolls, including maintaining related records, filing tax reports and voluntary deduction reports, processing involuntary deductions such as levies and garnishments, preparing accounting transactions and documents, documenting and updating procedures, and preparing special reports for management. While involved in other employee payrolls, this position is essential in organizing and delivering accurate payrolls for student employees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for assisting with payroll preparation, including activities with the payroll system.
• Works closely with the Human Resources department to ensure status changes are reflected in upcoming payrolls and any discrepancies are addressed and resolved.
• Interprets company policies and government regulations affecting payroll procedures. Uses the Colleges policies and procedures in establishing and monitoring payroll policies. Interprets and applies guidelines to ensure compliance and equitable application.
• Keeps current with HR payroll policies and public policy changes affecting payroll rules and guidelines; provides input to policies and procedures for payroll processing.
• Acts as a main point of contact to address employee issues with Payroll.

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Institutional Information

Founded in 1847, Carthage College combines an environment of reflection and self-discovery with a culture of high expectation, so that our students uncover and ignite their true potential. As a four-year private liberal arts college with roots in the Lutheran tradition, we place a strong emphasis on both moral and intellectual values. Our prime location in Kenosha, Wisconsin, midway between Chicago and Milwaukee, allows students the opportunity to learn in a professional context. Our beautiful campus, an 80-acre arboretum on the shore of Lake Michigan is home to 150 scholars, 2,600 full-time students, and 400 part-time students. Our rich academic experience equips students with foundational knowledge and skills, preparing graduates to be lifelong learners and to lead meaningful, productive lives.

Carthage College is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse community. We welcome applications from a broad spectrum of people, including members of ethnic minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation,national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.