Payroll Specialist

Perform a variety of payroll tasks related to the University Payroll processes. Responsible for payroll processing, cost transfers, voucher approvals, and payment review/approval.

Duties:

• Responsible for management of the timekeeping system
• Works with payroll coordinators and answers payroll and timekeeping questions.
• Manage/prepare retirement statements for withholding accounts to relative retirement accounts.
• Prepares payroll liability journals.
• Assist with payroll tax withholding and 941, w2, 1042, 1099 payroll reporting.
• Assist in all system testing
• Assist employees via email and/or phone with any payroll-related questions
• Reviews garnishment entry for accuracy.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Required Education: Bachelor's degree.

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months of related experience in lieu of the Bachelor's degree.

Skills:

• Knowledge of Accounting principles, practices, methods, and terminology
• Advanced computer skills in MS Office, accounting software and databases
• Ability to choose the right mathematical method or formula to solve a problem
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, analysis, and communication skills

Advertised Physical Requirements:

• Physical: Sitting for prolonged periods. Engage in repetitive motion. Manual dexterity. Able to communicate effectively.
• Environmental: Standard office environment.

Departmental Preferences:

• Responsible for payroll processing for 7000+ employees
• Responsible for cost transfers and payment review/approval
• Responsible for management of the timekeeping system
• Works with payroll coordinators and answers payroll and timekeeping questions
• Manage/prepare retirement statements for withholding accounts to relative retirement accounts.
• Performs other duties as assigned/required to ensure the overall success of the department.

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