Payroll Administrator I

Job Title

Payroll Administrator I

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Payroll

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment   

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & identities.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.  

Who we are

Payroll Services, within the Division of Human Resources and Organizational Effectiveness at Texas A&M University oversees and manages the payroll process for numerous TAMU Systems members, institutions and agencies in accordance with Texas A&M System Policy and Regulations, University Rules and SAPS, as well as state and federal laws and regulations. These members include TAMU, TAMUCT, TAMUG, TAMHSC, TAMUS, TAMUT, and TDEM.  We review and finalize payroll for biweekly and monthly paid employees, process other employment related payouts, and serve as the resource for departments and colleges for all payroll related processes.  

What we want

The Payroll Administrator I is involved in all aspects of payroll processing within the Payroll Services department of the Division of Human Resources & Organizational Effectiveness. Duties include submitting, reviewing, researching, auditing and approval of payroll transactions and submission.

What you need to know

Salary: $48,000 annually

A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended.

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Excellent oral and written communication. Customer service and problem-solving skills. Ability to comprehend and apply rules and regulations in a complex environment. Practical knowledge of governmental and higher education operations in specialized field preferred. Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet programs. Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous Texas A&M University, payroll or higher education experience.

Responsibilities

• Payroll Processing - Is involved in all aspects of payroll processing within the Payroll Services department of the Division of Human Resources & Organizational Effectiveness. Submits, reviews, researches, audits and approves payroll transactions and submission. Ensures payrolls are processed accurately and timely. Maintains and updates payroll records. Processes and issues employee paychecks/statements of earnings and deductions.
• Payroll Questions- Collaborates with representatives and coordinates pay calculations. Assists HROE staff and HR Liaisons with routine & semi-complex technical and procedural situations to resolve payroll issues. Responds to and resolves inquiries regarding paychecks or payroll reporting.
• Auditing - Reviews and researches payroll discrepancies and reports findings. Distributes payroll reports.
• Compliance - Assists in policy and procedural compliance with Texas A&M University, Texas A&M University System, State of Texas and Federal standards, policies and procedures.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.