Payroll Specialist I

Job Code 002016

FLSA Status Exempt

Pay Grade 5 Pay Range: $46,000 to $75,000

CAS Exemption Required Yes

Summary

This position is responsible for performing specialized professional payroll work. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

*Reserved Classification – Use of this classification outside of Finance and Accounting requires prior approval by Classification and Compensation.

Examples of Work

Job functions are specific duties that would be included in the essential functions of the job description. These functions are not all-inclusive nor do they cover the full extent of the duties performed.

Performs specialized work related to the administration and processing of the University’s payroll.
Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
Processes the adjustments of biweekly and supplemental payroll, one-time payments, overpayment corrections, and refunds.
Implements payroll administrative policies and procedures.
Provides front-line assistance to faculty, staff, administrators, and outside venders and agencies.
Resolves discrepancies to ensure biweekly pay accuracy.
May monitor benefit, garnishment, and retirement deductions.
May monitor taxation and processing for Social Security, Medicare, federal withholdings, non-resident aliens, and fringe benefits.
Applies knowledge of core payroll concepts.

*Reserved Classification – Use of this classification outside of Finance and Accounting requires prior approval by Classification and Compensation.

Education and Experience

A bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and one year of appropriate experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licensure and Certification

N/A

Supervision

This position does not typically have supervisory responsibility.

Competencies

Job FamilyAccounting & Finance

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