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SANS Institute Payroll Coordinator (Remote) in Olympia, Washington

About SANS

SANS Institute (SANS) was established in 1989 as a cooperative research and education organization. In the next 25 years it grew to become the most trusted and, by far, the largest source for information security training and security certification in the world reaching more than 300,000 security professionals around the world today, with around 60,000 having been granted Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) security certifications – the leading certification that provides assurance to employers that their people and prospective hires can actually do the job. At the heart of SANS are the many security practitioners – from auditors and network administrators to chief information security officers, all sharing the lessons they learn and jointly finding solutions to the challenges they face – in varied global organizations from corporations to universities working together to help the entire information security community.

Join the SANS Team

At SANS, our culture is defined by Mission, Brand, People. Our goal is to hire people who understand the importance of continuing to fight against the cyber security threats (Mission) while delivering the highest quality training (Brand) to our students. We want employees whose personal values align well with our culture of fairness, honesty, customer focus, and pragmatic approach (People).

Summary of Position

We are seeking a Payroll Coordinator to join our team within the Finance and Administration business unit. This position will support all payroll activities and ensure the timely and accurate payment of employee wages. They will ensure the collection of all necessary information and documents, update and maintain employee records, assist in the preparation and processing of payroll, and investigate and resolve any payroll issues or discrepancies. To be successful in this role, you should be able to efficiently coordinate payroll tasks, follow company policies and legal regulations, and possess strong people skills.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collecting and verifying employee new hire paperwork.

  • Entering payroll data in S/L database software

  • Updating employee addresses and changes to related tax withholding.

  • Distributing (mailing) paychecks as necessary.

  • Updating payroll information for promotions, transfers, terminations, and new hires.

  • Recording and maintaining employee records and payroll transactions.

  • Assisting with hourly reporting processes.

  • Allocating payroll in the general ledger.

  • Answering questions and resolving employee pay issues.

  • Ensuring compliance with company policies, relevant industry regulations, tax, and deduction laws.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

  • College Degree in Accounting (or Business) Preferred

  • Minimum of 5 or more years working in Accounting or Finance environment.

  • 3+ years’ experience in ADP Workforce Now.

  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.

  • Familiarity with general ledger accounting.

  • Good working knowledge of accounting practices.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ADP payroll and S/L database software.

  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

  • Organizational and time management skills.

  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

  • Strong attention to detail.

Reporting Relationships

This position will report to the Payroll Supervisor and has no direct reports.

Work Environment

This position is a remote position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SANS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact SANS Human Resources.

In addition, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

California residents for SANS privacy notice for California job applicants

The base salary range for this position is between $60,000 and $65,000. Base salary ranges may vary by geographic location and relevant experience, education, certifications, and years of experience. There is no guarantee an offer will be at the top of the posted range based on the salary analysis.

In addition, SANS provides the following benefits:

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Short-Term Disability

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Supplemental Life Insurance and AD&D

  • Paid Time Off

  • Company Paid Holidays

  • Volunteer Paid Time Off

Department

Finance & Administration

Employment Type

US Employee | Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Entry-level

Compensation

$60,000-$65,000

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