Payroll and Benefits Coordinator

Department:

Business Office Reports to:

CFO and Head of School Classification:

Non-Exempt Far Hills Country Day School, an independent Preschool through Grade 8 school located in Far Hills, New Jersey, seeks a qualified Payroll and Benefits Coordinator. Appropriate candidates will join a highly dedicated team of faculty and staff.

General Purpose and Function:

The Payroll and Benefits Coordinator will play a vital role in the school's business office, joining a small, fast-paced business and finance team. A dedicated work ethic is imperative due to several fiscal year deadlines. The ideal candidate embraces positivity and works to balance all aspects of the school's and the employee's needs regarding compensation and benefits processing.

Hours:

Part-time, 25 hours per week.

Summary:

This position is essential to the School and the employees, and offers the opportunity for growth and professional development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

General Payroll and Human Resources (P&B Focus): Preparing the bi-weekly payroll. Managing payroll compliance and HR needs of the school with the CFO. Reviewing and improving payroll and benefits policies and compliance where appropriate. Preparing quarterly payroll reconciliations.

Audit:

Taking a lead position in preparing documentation for the annual retirement plan audit (Notes, schedules, and work papers for the 403b plan, with most documentation supported on the retirement portal). Maintaining permanent HR files, audit schedules, and related entries prepared by the School.

Surveys and Peer Reporting:

Serving as a member of the team, preparing all periodic surveys and reports for regional and national school associations (e.g., NAIS, NJAIS, NBOA). Proposing improvements and revising internal documents as requested by the CFO/DO (e.g., Employee Handbook, Benefits Handbook, Self-Study for Accreditation).

Human Resources and Benefits Administration:

Coordinating all new hire (on-boarding) paperwork, including enrollment in employee benefits. Coordinating all 'off-boarding' paperwork, documentation, and terminating benefits as needed. Assisting in the administration of employee benefits and responding to employee inquiries. Providing such other support to the CFO/HOS as may be required in connection with human resources and benefits administration, and taking on increased responsibilities in this area over time.

Other:

Participating in professional development opportunities that promote best practices in HR and other areas, including employment risk management and employee benefits. Continuously evaluating HR and Payroll processes, recommending improvements, and carrying out agreed-upon process improvements.

Qualification Requirements:

Desired Skills:

Proficient in Google Suite and Microsoft Office, with a mastery of MS Excel. Proficient in payroll databases and software. Proficient knowledge of basic accounting principles. Knowledge of Blackbaud accounting software (FENXT) helpful. Ability to identify and execute key HR processes and projects. Ability to create useful reports for efficient and pertinent information for Management and the Board of Trustees. The ability to maintain financial and personnel information in the strictest of confidence, exercising absolute discretion and professionalism. Excellent time management and dedication to meeting deadlines.

Preferred Education and Experience:

2 or 4-year degree in business, and at least three years of experience in payroll and human resources. Fingerprinting, credit, and background checks are required for the successful candidate.

Compensation:

$30-$35/hr. Benefits eligible To Apply Interested candidates must complete the online application with the button below and then submit a resume and cover letter to Lori Fitzgibbon, Chief Financial Officer at lfitzgibbon@fhcds.org.