Payroll Specialist
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Job Description
Payroll Specialist
Cor-Vanama Solutions/Consumer Directions Inc. provides the payroll and administrative support to individuals who are part of various Minnesota Department of Human Services programs with the goal of the participant remaining in their home with the paid assistance of their family members and friends. Our passion is to help families navigate their journey through self-directed services.
This is a full-time, in office, hourly, entry-level position in our Accounting Department. The job will require someone who is compassionate and dedicated to the individuals and families we support. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and collaborates well with teammates. This is a rewarding career that provides opportunities with a growing, Strengths-based company in St. Cloud, MN.
Primary duties include processing payroll, verifying and paying taxes, and similar tasks. This individual should be a self-motivator who enjoys collaborating and providing exceptional customer service.
Core Responsibilities: The Payroll Specialist position assists with, and is not limited to, the following duties:
- Reconciling the taxes related to the corresponding wages processed for PTO payroll in our Payroll Software
- Helping the team reconcile taxes generated to wages processed
- Making General Ledger entries into our Payroll Software
- Auditing and reconciling PTO Payroll and related entries
- Processing new client packets through our electronic document system
- Sending client documents to the IRS
- Entering client information into our client database and Payroll Software
- Processing PTO payroll bi-weekly
- Closing client accounts in tax reporting systems, Payroll system, client database, and similar software
Candidates who possess the following soft skills are encouraged to apply. We will provide 100% on the job training for the right candidate.
Required Skills:
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel for spreadsheet design and use.
- Proficient computer and phone knowledge
- Familiarity of Microsoft programs and data entry skills
- Exceptional customer service
Ideal candidate should possess:
- Compassion for our families and clients
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently, think outside the box and problem-solve
- Willingness to learn new software systems and skills
- Motivation and willingness to research and rebill denied claims
- Ability to adapt in an evolving industry and cooperative environment.
Physical Demands:
- This position may be completed sitting or standing.
- This position may infrequently require lifting to 20 lbs.
Travel:
- This position may require local travel to our second office location or various training venues.
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma
- Preferred: Bookkeeping, billing, or some accounting experience.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
- Upon hire, all candidates must pass a state-run background check and complete fingerprinting.
- Upon hire, candidates will be subject to a driving record check.
Salary and Benefits:
- Salary Range: $19-21/hour; 40 hours a week
- · Cor-Vanama Solutions offers a competitive Holiday and Benefits package:
13 Paid Holidays; Medical Insurance with Company Shared Deductible Contribution into an HSA; Dental Insurance; Short-term disability; Long-term disability; Life Insurance; 401K; Progressive Paid Time Off up to 5 weeks with carryover; Flexible start time; Flex Spending Account for Medical and Dependent Care; Employee Saving Account; Paid company outings.
You matter. We Care.
To learn more about us, visit: www.consumerdirections.info
For inquiries and applications please contact Karla C by phone at 320.257.9090.
Cor-Vanama Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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