Analyst II, Payroll

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct Deposit

Tuition Assistance

Paid Leave Benefits

Job summary

The Chronicle of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a payroll processor responsible for ensuring accurate, timely payroll submissions in compliance with federal regulations and college policies.

The role requires an associate degree and payroll experience, with strong Microsoft Office skills and attention to detail. You will support timekeeping systems and collaborate with divisions to resolve payroll issues, delivering ad hoc reports as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires Associate degree and 3 years of finance or payroll experience.
• Knowledge of current federal/state wage laws and regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and financial management systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accurate and timely submission of payroll.
• Provide technical support and guidance to Specialists.
• Act as liaison between payroll and divisions on payroll issues.
• Create ad hoc financial reports as needed.
• Verify coding and authorization of source documents per accounting principles and policy.
• Audit payroll processes prior to submission.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Microsoft Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Interpersonal communication

Knowledge of payroll laws

Education

Associate degree

Tools

TimeClockPlus

Payroll systems

Job description

Class Description

The purpose of this position is to ensure the accurate and timely processing and submission of payroll in compliance with federal regulations and College policies.

Minimum Requirements

Associate degree and three (3) years of finance or payroll experience; knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office applications and financial management systems. APA Professional Payroll certification preferred.

• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications
• Strong attention to detail with excellent follow-through
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with individuals at all levels, both within and outside the organization
• Knowledge of current federal/state laws and regulations as they relate to employee wages and benefits
• Demonstrated ability to test systems, troubleshoot errors, and implement effective solutions

Class Specific Essential Duties

1. Provide oversight to the accurate and timely submission of the College’s payroll; respond to employee inquiries.
2. Provide technical support and guidance to Specialists.
3. Act as liaison between payroll and divisions in all payroll-related issues.
4. Create ad hoc financial reports, as necessary.
5. Verify coding and authorization of all source documents in accordance with accounting principles and College policy.
6. Audit payroll processes prior to submission of payroll.
7. Perform duties of specialists, as required.

Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned.

Position Specific Essential Duties

1. Coordinate the TimeClockPlus timekeeping process (i.e., oversee timekeeping errors, train end users, troubleshoot system issues).
2. Update security profiles for TimeClockPlus timekeeping system.
3. Act as liaison between IT, Payroll and TimeClockPlus consultant in implementation of automated timekeeping system for part time employees.

Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned.

Benefits at a Glance

Health and Medical

• CIGNA
  • Cigna Open Access Plus (OAP)
  • Cigna Open Access Plus In Network (OAPIN)
• Kaiser

Prescription Drug Benefits

• For CIGNA Plans - included in Cigna Plan Medical Premiums
• Kaiser - included in Kaiser Medical Premium

Mental Health

Emotional, drug/alcohol abuse treatment, both inpatient and outpatient, provided when pre-approved. Premium included in medical care plan.

Dental Benefits

• CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield Regional Traditional
• CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield Regional Preferred

Vision Benefits

• NVA

Flexible Spending Accounts

• Benefit Strategies Health Spending Account $2,600
• Benefit Strategies Dependent Care (children under 13 and eldercare) $5,000

Term Life Insurance

• Employee Basic Life Insurance is 1 times your salary with a minimum of $50,000 (90/10)
• Employee Supplemental Life Insurance is available in multiples of $10,000 with a maximum of $200,000. Supplemental Term Life Insurance is available for spouse in increments of $10,000 to a maximum of 50% of employee combined basic and supplemental amount and dependents ($10,000). Supplemental Term Life Insurance is 100% employee paid.

Permanent Whole Life Insurance

• Permanent Whole Life Insurance with Optional Long Term Carerider available through Unum. Available to full-time employees, part-time associates, and adjunct faculty.
• Spouse and dependent coverage available. Permanent Whole Life Insurance accrues cash value, premiums will not increase, and coverage will not decrease. Permanent Whole Life Insurance is 100% employee paid.

Accidental Death & Dismemberment

The Hartford: Individual or Family Coverage. Employee pays a rate in multiples of $10,000 to a maximum of $300,000.

Long-Term Disability

Plan pays 60% of gross monthly salary after 90 consecutive days of absence. Employee pays 100% of premium.

Retirement Plans

• Maryland State Teacher’s Pension System (7% contributory)
• Optional Retirement Plan (non-contributory)
• Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System (7% contributory)

Supplemental Retirement Annuities 403(b) and 457(b)

• Tax-sheltered annuities – 403(b). Payroll salary reduction authorization is needed. The form is available on SharePoint Forms/Human Resources Forms.
• Roth 403(b) is a savings feature that is available when you open a 403(b) account. The Roth 403(b) savings feature allows employees to contribute after-tax dollars and then withdraw tax-free dollars from their account upon retirement. The Roth 403(b) savings feature is only offered by the following vendors: TIAA-CREF and VOYA Financial Advisors, Inc. Adjunct Faculty, Part Time Associates and Full Time employees are eligible to save for retirement using the Roth 403(b) savings feature. Employees may contribute traditional pre-tax 403(b) dollars and Roth 403(b) post-tax dollars simultaneously. The savings limits are combined for the Traditional 403(b) and the Roth 403(b) contributions.
• Deferred Compensation Plan — 457(b) offered through VOYA Financial Advisors, Inc. The 457(b) salary reduction authorization form is needed. The form is available on SharePoint Forms/Human Resources Forms.

Legal Services

Legal Resources is a pre-paid legal voluntary benefit for advice, consultation and representation for commonly used legal services.

Credit Union

First Financial Federal Credit Union membership available to employees.

Direct Deposit

Convenient, safe, reliable and saves time. Payroll direct deposit is mandatory and allows employees the control and flexibility of directing their pay to different accounts at any bank, in any location.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Cigna Behavioral. Free personal advocates assisting you and any household member to resolve any issues.

Paid Leave Benefits

Academic, Bereavement, Sick and Safe Leave, Jury Duty, Religious Holidays, Military Leave, Sabbatical, Personal, Vacation, and Holidays.

Tuition Assistance

Eligible full-time employees may qualify for waiver or reimbursement programs. Spouses and legal dependents up to age 22 are eligible for reimbursement with proof of successful completion and a C or better grade. Employees eligible for Tuition Assistance become eligible for the external Tuition reimbursement program the first semester after one calendar year of employment. Eligibility for waiver or reimbursement for CCBC courses begins after the completion of a 90 day probation for public safety and classified employees.

Academic Cash Award

Classified employees are eligible for a lump sum award of $500 for completion of an unduplicated college degree.

Mandated Federal Benefits

Workers’ Compensation, Unemployment Insurance, Social Security.

Convenience

• ATM machines are available at each of the main campuses
• Check cashing with appropriate ID
• Free Parking
• Access to weight lifting facilities, swimming pool and library