Payroll and Benefits Specialist

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  Compile all materials for payroll processing, input payroll data and process bi-weekly payroll;

  
  
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  Performs department specific administrative support tasks;

  
  
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  Reconcile and file all quarterly/annual federal and state payroll reports (i.e. 941s, W-2s, 1095s, WT-7, etc.);

  
  
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  Review and record personal information of newly hired employees regarding pay rate, insurance benefits and retirement benefits;

  
  
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  Monitor and prepare reporting requirements for the Affordable Care Act, Medicaid, and EEO-1 CRDC reporting;

  
  
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  Maintain staff employment records;

  
  
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  Oversee Skyward time-off for all employees including year-end rolls;

  
  
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  Oversee TrueTime timekeeping system;

  
  
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  WRS monthly and annual reporting;

  
  
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  Prepare reports for staff for FMLA/unpaid time-off/docked pay;

  
  
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  Reconcile payroll liability accounts;

  
  
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  Assist in the year-end audit;

  
  
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  Prepare reports for Board and Administration as requested;

  
  
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  Maintain employee benefits and deductions as requested;

  
  
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  Complete other duties as assigned.

  
  

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  Education: Required - High school diploma or its equivalent; Associate's Degree or higher in a related field is preferred.

  
  
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  Strong knowledge of business office functions including payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.

  
  
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  Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently, problem-solve and prioritize tasks.

  
  
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  Ability to maintain strict confidentiality relating to all business, personnel, and school district matters.

  
  
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  Commitment to professional standards and ethics.

  
  
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  Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with staff, parents, members of the community and Board of Education.

  
  
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  Knowledge of general ledger/Wisconsin Uniform Financial Accounting Reporting codes preferred.

  
  
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  Knowledge and experience using Skyward Qmlativ financial management software strongly preferred.

  
  
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  Ability to utilize new and existing technology effectively. Advanced working knowledge of computers including, but not limited to, utilization of databases, Gmail, Google Docs, Slides and Calendar, Microsoft Office Suite, the internet, and other related applications. General working knowledge of standard office equipment.

  
  

INTERPERSONAL QUALITIES:

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  Dedication to the mission & vision of the Muskego-Norway School District;

  
  
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  Ability to operate at a high level in a high-volume, fast-paced environment;

  
  
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  Possession of proficient attention to detail;

  
  
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  Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions;

  
  
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  Ability to learn assigned tasks quickly and adhere to prescribed departmental and District procedures and policies;

  
  
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  Ability to collaborate and interact with staff, students, public visitors, and coworkers in a professional manner;

  
  
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  Possession of effective oral, written, and listening communication skills;

  
  
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  Ability to manage confidential information in a professional manner.

  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time; occasionally required to move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.; consistently and repetitively operates a computer and other office machinery such as calculation devices, copy machine and/or computer printer; regularly required to communicate and exchange accurate information with administration, staff, and the public.

The Muskego-Norway School District Board does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, pregnancy, disability, national origin, ancestry, arrest record, conviction record, use or non-use of lawful products off the District's premises during non-working hours, declining to attend an employer-sponsored meeting or to participate in any communication with the employer about religious matters or political matters, or any other characteristic protected by law in its employment practices. Additionally, the Muskego-Norway School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, and that the school district is required by Title IX and Part 106 of Title 34 of the Code of Federal Regulations not to discriminate in such a manner. This extends to student admissions (as applicable) and employment. All inquiries about the application of Title IX and Part 106 to the school district may be referred to the district's Title IX Coordinators (Julie Kelly, Robin Schrot, or Blake Wieting), to the Assistant Secretary at the U.S. Department of Education or both.

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or illegal substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District. As a condition of initial and continued employment, the employee shall be a positive role model for students.

The Muskego-Norway School District Board is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Muskego-Norway School District will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Julie Kelly, Robin Schrot, or Blake Wieting.