Workforce Absence Payroll Coordinator

Workforce Absence Payroll CoordinatorSedgwick1 PositionsID: R71446Posted On 03/27/2026Job OverviewBy joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It's what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there's no limit to what you can achieve.Newsweek Recognizes Sedgwick as America's Greatest Workplaces National Top CompaniesCertified as a Great Place to WorkFortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & InsuranceWorkforce Absence Payroll CoordinatorOur teams connect! We collaborate onsite and have a hybrid work arrangement. All candidates must live near one of our centers of excellence:Dubuque, IA 4141 Westmark Drive, Dubuque, IA 52002Dublin, OH 5500 Glendon Court Dublin OH 43016PRIMARY PURPOSE To process payroll actions based on changes in leave status; to ensure the accurate and timely entry of data; and to support delivery of the highest quality of customer service as a point of contact for internal and external customers and clients.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIESEnsures data integrity by accurately interpreting the leave and disability claims data coding hierarchy and applying the correct leave and disability codes into the payroll and time and attendance system.Review reports for claim accuracy; processes and balances colleague time card file based on client's paid time off policy.Responds to inquiries from Human Resources and internal business partners regarding plan provisions and administrative proceduresAssists department in evaluating results of absence programs and best practices in absence administration.Assists management with special projects as assigned.ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIESPerforms other duties as assigned.Supports the organization's quality program(s).QUALIFICATIONSEducation & LicensingBachelor's degree with business or computer related courses from an accredited university or college preferred.ExperienceTwo (2) years of administrative support experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Human Resources/Payroll experience preferred.Skills & KnowledgeWorking knowledge of leave of absence, workers' compensation, and disability leave regulationsOral and written communication skillsPC literate, including Microsoft Office productsAnalytical and interpretive skillsStrong organizational skillsGood interpersonal skillsAbility to work in a team environmentAbility to meet or exceed Performance CompetenciesWORK ENVIRONMENTWhen applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlinesPhysical: Computer keyboarding, travel as requiredAuditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talkingThe statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $ 17.00 - $18.00 USD Hourly . A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits.Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.Primary Contact1645458383738Amanda StrothmanPhonePhonePhoneFaxamanda.strothman@sedgwick.comEmailTrueFalseTrueJob DetailsCategoriesInsuranceTechnicalLocationDubuque, IAJob TypeEmployeeFull/PartFull TimeCompany ID8326Job REQ #R71446Positions1Start Date20260327End Date20260426Featured JobTH AdTH CommentsSimilar JobsAbsence Management Payroll CoordinatorSedgwickMarketing CoordinatorCottingham & Butler/ SISCOLeave of Absence CoordinatorSedgwickWorkforce Absence Team LeadSedgwickWorkforce Absence Payroll CoordinatorSedgwickWorkforce Absence Management Payroll CoordinatorSedgwickClaims CoordinatorCottingham & Butler/ SISCOCondition Management Account CoordinatorCottingham & Butler/ SISCODigital Marketing CoordinatorCottingham & Butler/ SISCOMember Services CoordinatorCottingham & Butler/ SISCOShare this JobSedgwickAbout the CompanyCareer DevelopmentOur goal is to make Sedgwick CMS a place where great people can do great things for our clients. This commitment is evidenced by our colleague development program and supported by our multi-dimensional learning resources.We invest in the education of our colleagues by providing training and learning resources that focus on our culture, procedures, systems and performance expectations. We evaluate the educational needs of our colleagues through performance discussions and evaluations. These needs are filled either through Sedgwick CMS University and through industry certification programs and other external educational resources . Sedgwick CMS University curriculum offerings take colleagues from orientation to technical training to supervisory and managerial development. Through Sedgwick CMS University, we provide our colleagues continuous development of professional skills and the ability to deliver quality service to our clients.Colleague OrientationWe offer a required colleague orientation program that allows us to verify and document the training provided to new colleagues. This program is called Personal Responsibility in Developing Excellence (PRIDE) and is the first component of our comprehensive career development process. This program introduces and orients new and transitioning colleagues to our company and to their new position. PRIDE will take colleagues through the first 90 days of their new position. Objectives of this program focus on providing colleagues an increased awareness of who we are, where we are going, and how they can help us get there.Career PathsCareer path options are identified through an ongoing process of discussion and collaboration between colleagues and their managers. On an ongoing basis, our managers counsel colleagues regarding their career path, new opportunities, and additional training and development requirements to help them reach their individual goals.