1955 Payroll Specialist

$57,366 - $61,776/Yr

Minnesota Historical Society - Saint Paul, MN

Full-time - Entry Level

Saint Paul, MN

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About the position

The Payroll Specialist at the Minnesota Historical Society is responsible for providing professional support for payroll operations, procedures, and technology. This full-time position plays a crucial role in ensuring accurate payroll processing and compliance, while also offering guidance to other HR employees and collaborating with the People and Culture team to meet departmental goals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, process and coordinate MNHS payroll operations in an efficient and accurate manner.
• Participate in projects related to payroll and HR initiatives.
• Prepare and analyze payroll reports for auditing and compliance purposes.
• Assist in training employees on payroll information, tools, and processes.
• Engage in professional development opportunities to stay current on payroll processes, legal requirements, and technology.
• Collaborate with the People and Culture team to support departmental goals and ensure the needs of MNHS staff and external customers are met.

Requirements

• Experience in payroll processing and operations.
• Knowledge of payroll laws and regulations.
• Strong analytical skills for preparing and analyzing payroll reports.
• Ability to train and support employees on payroll processes and tools.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with HR technology and systems.
• Familiarity with auditing and compliance processes in payroll.

Benefits

• Eligible to participate in State Employee Group Insurance Program.
• Retirement program with employer contribution.
• Generous vacation and sick time accruals.
• Additional paid holidays.