Payroll Specialist

Cornerstone Chapel 

Job Description/Specification 

Payroll Specialist

3/31/2025

Job Summary 

The Payroll Specialist will work under the direct supervision of the Director of Finance and Accounting and will be responsible for processing all aspects of payroll, ensuring that employee wages are correctly calculated and salaries are paid accurately and on time. This individual will demonstrate the fruit of the Spirit in all interactions with congregants, volunteers, and staff. He or she will seek to perform all duties as unto the Lord, relying on the Holy Spirit for guidance, and completing all tasks with excellence.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

·      High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred

·      CPA preferred

Experience 

·      Minimum 3 years of experience in a relevant role

·      Experience with BambooHR/Trax payroll highly desired

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

·      Keen attention to detail and high aptitude with numbers

·      Good time management and organizational skills

·      Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

·      Problem solver

·      Efficient worker who is able to complete tasks in a timely manner

Technologies

·      Skilled in the use of MS Office Suite

Physical Capabilities

·      Must be able to sit for extended periods of time and work at a computer workstation

·      Employee is not exposed to weather conditions and noise level in work area is minimal

Personal Characteristics

·      Affirms Cornerstone Chapel’s Articles of Faith

·      Exemplifies Christian behavior in attitude, speech and actions towards others

·      Exhibits patience

·      Trustworthy; Able to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job

·      Teachable spirit

Work Hours / Travel

·      No travel required

·      40 hours per week

Job Functions and Tasks 

·      Check employee timesheets for accuracy.

·      Administer payroll for employees.

·      Review and process expense reports.

·      Prepare reports for weekly, quarterly and yearly reviews.

·      Make sure account balances are correct.

·      Review timesheets, wage calculations, taxes, deductions and other information to detect and reconcile payroll discrepancies.

·      Answer employee questions regarding pay.

·      Resolve payroll errors

·      Adjust pay for wages, bonuses, and commissions.
·      Stay abreast regarding technical changes in the industry impacting payroll 

·      Support of additional Finance and Accounting Department functions as needed

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Job Context: Seated desk work 

Job Status: Full-time, Exempt 

If you have questions about this position, please contact Elizabeth Gordon, Director of HR. 

[email protected]

Thank you