Payroll Specialist

Indiana Wesleyan University•Marion, IA

15d•Onsite

About The Position

This position operates within a team that is responsible for all functions of the pay processing for all hourly, administrative, faculty, student, and/or adjuncts and may include Indiana Wesleyan University subsidiaries. Duties may include accurately processing pay, maintaining time keeping records, entering stipends and changes for the pay, reviewing payroll reports for accuracy, and entering direct deposit and tax information for multiple states and jurisdictions. Because of the wide range of services provided by this team of specialists, selected duties and responsibilities below may be assigned to an individual employee as a primary focus. The expected hire date would be effective June 22, 2026, in connection with an upcoming retirement.

Requirements

According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.
Minimum of three (3) years of payroll experience
Basic knowledge of payroll processes and accounting
Attention to detail
Analytical skills
Time-management skills (ability to meet various deadlines)
Strong math skills
Confidentiality
Good communication skills

Nice To Haves

Associate, bachelor's degree in Business or Accounting preferred
Tax knowledge, HR and higher education experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Payroll processing of all IWU employees which may include hourly, administrative, faculty, adjunct instructors, and/or student workers
Enter wage and general ledger data
Enter leave benefits and deduction changes
Enter tax and direct deposit information
Process garnishment and child support payments
Prorate leave balances for new hires and outgoing employees
Enter all administrative leave time
Enter stipends for various additional pays for employees
Provide tax information to employees regarding tax withholding and W2 forms
Assist employees with leave (sick/vacation/wellness) and time entry information
Assist employees with the third-party website for W2 forms
Assist adjuncts with course and pay information
Assist in departmental projects and other duties as assigned
Occasional Saturday hours may be required for university events
Work closely with Employee Success & Care (HR) on a daily basis
Work closely with Academic Affairs on faculty salary information and GL charges
Provide excellent customer service to all departments when answering questions or providing information/reports