Part-Time Payroll Specialist — Higher Education

Monmouth University; West Long Branch (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Monmouth University is seeking a part-time Payroll Specialist in the Division of Accounting to support biweekly payroll for university staff, including student employees. The role involves processing payroll, reviewing maintenance data, answering payroll questions, preparing vouchers, and assisting with W-2s, while maintaining strict confidentiality in a fast-paced in-person environment on campus.

This on-campus, in-person, non-remote position requires thorough detail, data accuracy, and a

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of payroll experience in a complex environment.
• Experience with computerized payroll/timekeeping systems.
• Experience with automated payroll systems and mid-sized payroll.
• Strong customer service orientation and communication skills.
• Proficient with MS Word and Excel 2016.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process biweekly payroll for all university staff and student employees.
• Review and approve employee maintenance and payroll data.
• Create payroll processing batches and import time/earnings.
• Calculate payroll, run audits, and transmit direct deposit/file checks.
• Assist with W-2 processing and payroll inquiries.

Skills

Payroll processing

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

MS Word & Excel 2016

Tools

UltiPro UKG

Job description

Monmouth University is seeking a part-time Payroll Specialist in the Division of Accounting to support biweekly payroll for university staff, including student employees. The role involves processing payroll, reviewing maintenance data, answering payroll questions, preparing vouchers, and assisting with W-2s, while maintaining strict confidentiality in a fast-paced in-person environment on campus.

This on-campus, in-person, non-remote position requires thorough detail, data accuracy, and a