Payroll Jobs in Iowa

A Payroll professional in the accounting industry manages the process of paying an organization's employees. They ensure the accurate processing and recording of the company's payroll, provide timely and accurate financial information, and participate in data entry and processing for the company's payroll. This includes ensuring that all calculations are accurate, that all necessary deductions have been made, and that employees are paid on time. Payroll professionals also ensure that the organization is in compliance with all tax laws, labor laws, and any other applicable regulations.

Important skills for a Payroll professional include attention to detail, understanding of accounting principles, proficiency with payroll software, and knowledge of tax and labor laws. They should also have strong communication skills and the ability to manage time effectively. Payroll professionals may also need certifications like the Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or the Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) which are offered by the American Payroll Association. Before becoming a payroll professional, a person might have roles such as a Payroll Clerk, Accountant, or Human Resources Assistant which would give them the necessary skills and experience.

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Payroll Analyst

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 13 hours ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 13 hours ago

Administer garnishments and work with vendors and AP to ensure compliance....

Senior Sales Compensation Analyst/ CaptivateIQ Specialist

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 4 days ago

With Confluent, organizations can harness the full power of continuously flowing data to innovate and win in the modern digital world. We have a purpose that drives us to do better every day we're...

Remote Work

Workforce Absence Payroll Coordinator

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 5 days ago

Human Resources/Payroll experience preferred....

Payroll Operations Analyst

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 6 days ago

Work closely with various payroll tax vendors to ensure Federal, State Local payroll tax filings are submitted timely and correctly Handle online payroll tax registrations required by State, SUI and...

Regional Payroll Manager (US/CA)

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 9 days ago

As the leader of the Regional payroll team, you will be responsible for the processing payroll in the United States and Canada using ADP GlobalView and Celergo payroll software, Workday HRIS software...

Compensation, Specialist

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 9 days ago

At Verint, we believe customer engagement is the core of every global brand. Our mission is to help organizations elevate Customer Experience (CX) and increase workforce productivity by delivering...

Benefits & Payroll Manager

  • Atlantic, IA
  • 11 days ago
  • Atlantic, IA
  • 11 days ago

Training or experience in bookkeeping, payroll, record-keeping, or general administrative work. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other systems....

Oracle HCM Cloud Specialist Senior: Compensation Module What drives you? Is it complex, challenging, possibly global projects? Is it the satisfaction of solving problems and eliminating pain...

Oracle HCM Cloud Specialist Master: Compensation Module What drives you? Is it complex, challenging, possibly global projects? Is it the satisfaction of solving problems and eliminating pain...

Payroll Analyst - Hybrid

  • Le Mars, IA
  • 16 days ago
  • Le Mars, IA
  • 16 days ago

Notifies employees of garnishments received and submits copies of garnishments to necessary department based on regulatory requirements. 5. Serves as the SME & Administrator for payroll....

Sr. Compensation Analyst

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 18 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 18 days ago

Datavant is a data platform company and the worlds leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right...

Payroll and Benefits Specialist

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 19 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 19 days ago

Essential Functions: Responsible for payroll processing of bi-weekly payrolls including base pay, commissions, and bonuses....

Payroll Project Analyst/Sr Payroll Project Analyst

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 20 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 20 days ago

Five years of related experience in multi-state payroll administration or human resources information systems....

Payroll Analyst [Remote]

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 27 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 27 days ago

Experience: 3-5 Years of experience in multi-state payroll environment; FPC/CPP Designation preferred Specific Knowledge, Skills, Certifications and Abilities....

Payroll Specialist

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 30+ days ago

PRIMARY DUTIES: Process payroll in accordance with the payroll schedule. Review data to ensure payroll is processed accurately and timely. Maintain confidentiality....

Demographic Data for Iowa

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Payroll Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Running payroll is so much more than just pushing a button. This course breaks down the basics from start to finish - including onboarding and offboarding, tracking time, making the accounting...

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Salary for Payroll Jobs in Iowa

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAccounting research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Payroll positions.



Highest Education Level

Payrolls in Iowa offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.8%
Master's Degree
17.4%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
High School or GED
12.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.8%
Some College
2.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Payrolls in Iowa
4-6 years
37.5%
2-4 years
33.3%
6-8 years
20.8%
1-2 years
4.2%
10+ years
4.2%


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