Payroll Coordinator

PAYROLL COORDINATOR
Greensburg, PA
$55,000- $65,000

We are seeking a detail-oriented and approachable Payroll Coordinator to oversee full-cycle payroll for a diverse employee population, including active staff and retirees. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative, supportive environment and is comfortable managing responsibilities independently while contributing to a team-oriented culture.

OVERVIEW OF THE PAYROLL COORDINATOR ROLE:

• Process biweekly payroll for approximately 1,200 active employees and 400 retirees, including monthly payroll for clergy.


• Reconcile payroll data, verify balances, and maintain accurate payroll records using payroll software and Excel.


• Maintain and update confidential personnel records and track PTO/vacation balances in Excel.


• Ensure compliance with applicable tax regulations and assist with payroll tax filings, audits, and year-end reporting (fiscal year ends June 30).


• Serve as a primary point of contact for payroll-related questions, providing clear and helpful guidance to employees and clergy.


• Support general ledger activities related to payroll and assist with administrative tasks as needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE PAYROLL COORDINATOR ROLE:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent payroll experience.


• Previous payroll experience, preferably handling full-cycle payroll.


• Experience working in a smaller organization or collaborative team environment is a plus.


• Basic Excel proficiency (data entry, formulas, and tables).