Job: Human Resources Generalist/Payroll Specialist

WGU is seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team. The right candidate is highly experienced in using ADP-Pay-Expert software, detailed oriented, a self-starter, enjoys multi-tasking, is flexible, and is passionate about accurate work. The Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing WGU's bi-weekly payroll, processing workers compensation claims and managing facility operations.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS/DESIRED EXPERIENCE:

Enter and process accurate and timely payroll for growing multi-state employer with 700 plus employees

Collects, reviews, and enters new employee information into payroll software

Processes multi-state tax reporting

Manages workers compensation claim processing

Audits HR data to ensure accuracy and consistency

Develops supportive relationships with other HR team members to act as liaison to other departments and supports growing company

Generate and maintain accurate, weekly and monthly HR reports

Responds to HR related employee inquiries, identify common HR issues and assist with the development of solutions

Manages facility operations

Assists with miscellaneous departmental duties and special projects

Self-starter, excels at working with minimal direction; highly collaborative and functions well within a team

WGU is a fun, flexible, and results-focused nonprofit University. We understand and stress the importance of work-life balance. WGU has an excellent compensation and benefits package, to include numerous medical plan options, as well as dental and vision programs, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and an employer-matched 403(b) retirement plan. We also provide an annual tuition discount program to allow our staff to further their expertise and career development goals.

Five years experience processing payroll, with progressive advancement.

Strong working knowledge of ADP, Pay eXpert, EZ-labor, and HRB software applications

PHR or bachelors degree

Excellent written and verbal communication skills; highly organized and results-oriented