Job Details

The City of Hutchinson is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented professional to join our Administration team as a Human Resources & Accounting Coordinator. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing people-focused HR work with the precision of financial and payroll support in a public-sector environment.

About the Position

The Human Resources & Accounting Coordinator provides integrated administrative support across Human Resources and Finance to ensure smooth daily operations, accurate records, and compliance with applicable laws and policies. The primary focus of this position is HR administration and finance support, with secondary responsibility serving as backup for payroll processing and employee pay-related services.

This position plays a key role in supporting City employees while maintaining confidentiality, accuracy, and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer employee leave programs, including FMLA, paid and unpaid leave, and other statutory leave programs
• Maintain personnel files, HRIS records, and required documentation in compliance with regulatory standards
• Assist with recruitment activities, onboarding, offboarding, and employment changes
• Serve as a point of contact for employee questions related to HR policies, benefits, and procedures
• Provide backup support for payroll processing, including KPERS-related functions
• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, budget tracking, and financial reconciliation
• Prepare and maintain accurate financial and HR records and support annual budget processes
• Assist with purchasing contracts and bid documentation
• Support cross-departmental projects, internal communications, and process improvements
• Maintain strict confidentiality and compliance with all federal, state, and local laws

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year of prior accounting experience
• Payroll processing experience, including working knowledge of KPERS
• Familiarity with UKG or comparable payroll systems in a large-employer environment
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and exercise sound judgment

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Human Resources, Business, or a related field
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification
• Must possess and maintain a valid Kansas Driver's License and acceptable driving record.

Why Work for the City of Hutchinson?

• KPERS retirement benefits
• Stable municipal employment with meaningful public service impact
• Collaborative work environment supporting professional growth
• Opportunity to contribute directly to employee services and city operations

Work Environment

This position works primarily in an indoor office environment and requires regular use of computers, office equipment, and standard business software. The role involves sitting, speaking, hearing, and fine motor skills consistent with administrative and financial work.

BENEFITS:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Medical & Dependent Care
• Retirement: KPERS & 457 Retirement Savings Plan
• Life Insurance & Optional Voluntary Life Insurance
• Insured Disability
• Death Benefit
• Service-Connected Death
• Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, Floating Holidays & City Designated Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program

The City of Hutchinson employs over 400 employees that serve our community every day. City employees make Hutchinson a great place to live, work, and play. We take pride in our work and it shows. Come be a part of a workforce that makes a difference! We're always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team.

The City of Hutchinson is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

All employees will be asked to consent to background and drug screening prior to starting employment.