HRIS Payroll Specialist - Heritage Academy AZ

Position Summary

The Payroll/HRIS Specialist is responsible for maintaining payroll systems and processing paychecks according to schedule and in the

correct amount. Their duties include consolidating timesheet information and entering data into payroll databases, calculating

paycheck amounts and distributing funds to employee accounts. Provides technical support, troubleshooting, and guidance to HRIS

users. Identifies system improvements and enhancements; recommends and implements solutions. Manages permissions, access,

personalization, and similar system operations and settings for HRIS users.

Duties & Responsibilities

Payroll

• Checking timesheets for accuracy

• Entering data into databases and spreadsheets

• Handling direct deposit requests and data

• Processing paper checks for distribution

• Acquiring all necessary signatures to distribute payroll

• Processing wage garnishments

• Making adjustments in pay for raises, bonuses and commission

HRIS

 Process employee data like leaves and benefits

 Export regular and ad hoc reports from our internal databases (for example, headcount and turnover reports)

 Create new accounts and manage access permissions

 Train system users on functionalities and new features

 Gather payroll data like wages and working hours

 Update employee records with new hire information

 Troubleshoot and report technical issues

 Develop data processing guidelines

Qualifications, Competencies & Strengths

Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.

Experience:

 Three to five years experience in a payroll roll.

 Experience with HRIS administration.

Special Skills:

 Hands on experience with UKG

 Excellent attention to detail

 Exceptional mathematical and calculation skills

 Excellent analytical and reporting skills

 Verbal and written communication

 Ability to work with a team

 Knowledge of payroll, garnishments and benefits distribution

 Multitasking abilities

 Good research and analysis skills

Type of fingerprint clearance: Shall be fingerprint checked pursuant to A.R.S 15-512

Physical functions: Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other

office equipment. Reach with hands and arms and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Equipment used: Frequent computer use is expected.

Work Environment: Typical office environment is expected; occasional exposure to outdoor weather.

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.