Academic Payroll Specialist

Rock Valley College; West Virginia; On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Rock Valley College is seeking an Academic Compensation Assistant to oversee faculty and adjunct pay. You will handle pay processing, reporting, and support the Vice President of Academic Affairs, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy.

The role requires an Associate Degree, Excel proficiency, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines in a busy academic office. You will collaborate with Human Resources and deans, maintain payroll policies, and participate in

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; business or accounting courses preferred.
• One year experience in administrative or financial setting.
• Proactive problem solver capable of identifying, analyzing, and resolving issues.
• Efficient manager of resources with planning and decision-making skills.
• Able to communicate effectively with team members, seniors, and key personnel.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to all clients through all contact methods.
• Process payroll documentation, initiating, maintaining, and verifying as needed.
• Develop and maintain spreadsheets for payroll categories.
• Develop and implement procedures for faculty and adjunct pay processing with VP approval.
• Assist Human Resources with new hire orientation when requested.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Multitasking

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Rock Valley College is seeking an Academic Compensation Assistant to oversee faculty and adjunct pay. You will handle pay processing, reporting, and support the Vice President of Academic Affairs, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy.

The role requires an Associate Degree, Excel proficiency, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines in a busy academic office. You will collaborate with Human Resources and deans, maintain payroll policies, and participate in