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University of Texas at Dallas

Payroll Specialist I

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A Payroll Specialist manages the financial and accounting work involved in processing payroll for a company or organization. Manages employee benefits programs and payroll deductions, or assists with evaluating compensation levels for different job categories and titles.

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Payroll Specialist I University of Texas at Dallas - 4.3 Richardson, TX Job Details Full-time $56,758 a year 1 hour ago Benefits AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Pension plan Employee assistance program Vision insurance Prescription drug insurance Qualifications VLOOKUP function Email customer support Payroll tax processing Payroll tax returns Word processing Academic institution experience Bachelor's degree in business Mid-level Microsoft Office 3 years Employee data management Analysis skills Phone customer support Accounting data entry Internal employee customer service PeopleSoft System validation System testing Experience at colleges/universities Data validation Payroll reconciliation Bachelor's degree in accounting Business Associate's degree Month-end close Accounting Technical Proficiency Payroll record maintenance Quality data entry Excel data analysis Full Job Description Job Summary Under the general direction of the Payroll Manager, the Payroll Specialist I provides technical skills required in the processing of payrolls and related data within a highly technical payroll system. Responsible for preparing and submitting payrolls and related monthly reports. The Payroll Specialist I is responsible for ensuring that all time and labor setup is complete for new and existing employees, timesheet data is accurate and reported timely, payrolls are processed accurately, all adjustments are properly entered, and accounting entries are processed for month-end closes. Other responsibilities may include reconciliation of deductions, tax data, and balance sheet account transactions. Minimum Education and Experience Associate Degree Three (3) years payroll experience Two (2) years experience with Peoplesoft or similiar HRIS systems. An equivalency of relevant experience and education is acceptable. Preferred Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or similar Higher Education experience Extensive data entry skills, spreadsheet, and word processing proficiency with strong emphasis in Microsoft Excel i.e. V-lookups, Pivot tables etc. Strong organizational, analytical skills and attention to detail Ability to organize and produce accurate results while meeting established deadlines Other Qualifications To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assists in the planning, organizing, and coordinating the various activities of processing payroll for employees paid monthly, semimonthly, retiree and off cycle payments Accurately calculate and enter payroll data necessary to process pay for new hires, terminations, adjustments, miscellaneous awards, deductions and vacation payout amounts Assists in Time and Labor business processes - create time sheets for new hires, enroll in compensation plans and resolve time sheet issues Customer service - assistance departments and employees with payroll questions and solving payroll issues via email and phone calls with a customer service focused attitude Responsible for maintaining payroll garnishments which include child support, tax levies, student loans and other wage garnishments Perform testing and validation of PeopleSoft HCM system updates Assist with electronic personnel forms of new hire hourly student employees and additional pay processing Assist with year-end processing of Form W-2 for employees, explain taxability of wages and what information is applied to each box of the Form W-2 Other duties as assigned Physical Demands and Working Conditions Physical Activities Working Conditions Additional Information H1B sponsorship is not available for this position.
What We Offer:
UT Dallas aims to attract and retain talented staff and faculty to support the University's students and mission. We are an equal opportunity university and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Medical with prescription drug coverage (100% paid for full-time employees) , dental, and vision insurance plans Life, AD&D, and disability insurance plans Paid time off (Vacation, Sick and Holidays) Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS) - Defined benefit pension plan Voluntary retirement plans Longevity pay after 2 years of service Employee tuition assistance Professional development and training opportunities through our BRIGHT Leaders program and other resources Employee wellness and employee assistance programs and much more!
Visit https:
//hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.
Remote Work Eligibility Statement:
FOR FUTURE AVAILABILITY
- After the probationary period, this role may be eligible for a hybrid (partly remote/partly in office) work schedule, subject to business need and manager approval. May be required to use personal computer and other standard office equipment. Must be located within the DFW Area and have the ability to be on campus with 24 hours of notice. A UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required within 14 days after approval. Special Instructions Summary Important Message 1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public. 2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator .