Job Summary
The Office of Finance for the Archdiocese of Anchorage-Juneau is seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Payroll and Benefits Specialist. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate payroll processing and effective administration of employee benefits for more than 250 Archdiocesan employees.
This role also supports the Alaska Conference of Catholic Bishops (ACCB) by coordinating benefits processing for Catholic entities across the state. The position requires strong technical proficiency, strict adherence to data confidentiality, and up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and local labor and tax regulations.
The ideal candidate is organized, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a professional office environment while supporting the mission of the Archdiocese.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll Processing
- Manage the full-cycle payroll process for monthly payrolls, including hourly and salaried employees, contracted teachers, and clergy
- Accurately calculate wages, overtime, stipends, bonuses, commissions, garnishments, tax withholdings, and other deductions using QTS payroll software
Administration Benefits
- Administer employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life, LTD, AD&D, and 403(b) plans
- Process enrollments, status changes, and terminations in a timely and accurate manner
Compliance and Tax Reporting
- Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, including FLSA, DOL, and IRS requirements
- File payroll taxes and manage wage garnishments and levies
- Oversee year-end reporting, including W-2 preparation and ACA compliance
Data Management
- Maintain accurate employee records in QTS and physical personnel files
- Process new hires, compensation changes, and terminations with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality
Employee Support
- Serve as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries related to payroll, benefits, leave of absence, and tax matters
- Provide clear and professional guidance while maintaining confidentiality
Reconciliation and Reporting
- Reconcile payroll and benefits invoices in coordination with the Accounting team
- Prepare payroll expense reports and allocate payroll costs to parishes from consolidated payroll and benefits
- Manage high-level accounts payable processes related to benefits with ACCB
- Collaborate with the Comptroller to provide payroll and benefits data for financial audits
Qualifications
- Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
- Working knowledge of GAAP as it relates to payroll and benefits
- Ability to work at a computer for extended periods
- Associate degree in accounting, finance, human resources, or a related field required; equivalent professional experience in payroll and benefits may be substituted on a two-for-one basis
Pay: From $26.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
