Payroll & Benefits Coordinator

Requires successful post-offer completion of a background investigation, physical exam, and drug test (including marijuana/THC) as a condition of employment with the City of Harrisonville. General Definition of Work The Payroll & Benefits Coordinator performs complex administrative and technical work overseeing and executing payroll and employee benefit functions for the city. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, benefits administration, and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The role requires a high level of confidentiality, attention to detail, and knowledge of payroll systems and benefit regulations. Work is performed under the supervision of the Assistant City Administrator. Essential Functions To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Prepares, reviews, and processes bi-weekly payroll for all city employees, Mayor and board. Maintains and audits payroll records for accuracy and compliance. Ensures proper calculation of wages, overtime, deductions, and withholdings. Coordinates payroll adjustments, retroactive pay, and final checks. Responds to inquiries regarding payroll discrepancies and provides timely resolutions. Prepares and submits required payroll reports, including retirement contributions, taxes, and wage reports. Coordinates the administration of employee benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, COBRA, and retirement plans. Acts as primary contact for benefit vendors and third-party administrators. Assist employees with benefits enrollments, changes, and questions, if needed. Ensures accurate payroll deductions. Assists with annual audits including payroll, and retirement. Processes payables relating to benefits. Coordinates Open Enrollment and the City's Health Fair. Assists Human Resources with onboarding and offboarding tasks related to compensation and benefits. Educates employee, managers, and supervisors on benefits and payroll processes. All other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or GED and three to five years of experience in processing payroll, benefit administration and administration enrollment, customer service, computer programs and spreadsheets, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Special Qualifications May require possession of, or ability to obtain, specific licenses and/or certifications depending on departmental assignment. Must meet and maintain all training and education requirements for position. High attention to detail and strong analytical skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft office, specifically excel Starting pay is $23.60 per hour, plus a generous benefit package. Medical/Dental/Vision

• Some plans 100% paid by the city. Five weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• accrued throughout the year. Life insurance ($50,000) paid by the city. Long-term disability paid by the city. Deferred compensation plan
• not matched by the city. Cafeteria plan
• health care reimbursement; dependent care reimbursement; premium savings Free membership to the Harrisonville Community Center for the employee & discounted rates for family members Longevity pay
• starting at 10 years of service. Bi-weekly pay periods Paid Holidays Comp Time Performance reviews with possible salary increases given after a six-month introductory period, then annually the beginning of the calendar year. Retirement (LAGERS) paid by the city. Missouri LAGERS
• A Secure Retirement for All (molagers.

org) This position is open until filled. The City of Harrisonville is an equal-opportunity employer.