Payroll Accountant/Human Resources Assistant

Job Details: Full time, nonexempt Location: St. Paul, Minn. Office, with the potential for hybrid work Anticipated starting salary:$30.58 to $33.60 hourly/$63,605 to $69,885 annually, based on experience and qualifications Background check required Benefits MCIT offers a competitive benefits package including: Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) pension and optional Section 457(b) deferred compensation program Group health and dental insurance Paid vacation and sick leave 13 paid holidays Public Service Loan Forgiveness program eligibility: MCIT employees may qualify for this federal program to forgive student loan debt Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance Employer-paid life insurance Optional employee-paid life and vision insurance Free off-street parking provided

Job Description: The payroll accountant/human resources assistant is key to helping MCIT carry out its mission of providing cost-effective coverage with comprehensive and quality risk management services to its members by providing payroll functions and accounting backup within the finance unit, as well as supporting human resources functions for the organization. MCIT is a joint powers government entity made up of Minnesota counties and associated public entities that pool resources to provide property, liability, auto and workers compensation coverage to members. MCIT offers a collaborative work environment and excellent benefits, including a pension plan.

Typical Duties: The following are common duties of the payroll accountant/human resources assistant: Processing all payroll activity, including withholdings of taxes and benefits Preparing and reconciling tax filings Employee benefit enrollment and maintenance Supporting the recruitment, onboarding and exit processes Back-up to finance manager and staff accountants as needed Other core payroll and human resources functions as assigned

Required Qualifications: A two-year degree in accounting, human resources, business administration or other related field from an accredited college or university; or comparable experience At least two years of human resources and/or accounting experience Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word (or similar) skills Excellent critical thinking skills Strong oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of accounting software Knowledge of payroll software Knowledge of human resources software

Desired Qualifications: Professional human resources experience with federal, state or local government Familiarity with local government, service organizations or associations Download the Payroll Accountant/Human Resources Assistant Position Description for a full list of duties, responsibilities and requirements. Apply Now Applicants must apply through the MCIT website at org/employment-opportunities/. All applicants must: Complete an online application Provide a cover letter and rsum. The cover letter must identify how the applicants experience and abilities align with the position description. Rsums without application and cover letter will not be accepted.

Application deadline: Open until filled. First review: Sept. 18, 2026