Payroll Analyst 3

University of California Riverside; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Payroll Analyst 3 to ensure smooth payroll operations and compliance with regulations. This role involves coordinating payroll activities, analyzing complex payroll issues, and providing training to staff. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, along with a thorough understanding of payroll processes. Join a vibrant institution in a diverse environment that values excellence and innovation, and contribute to the support of employees and departments in a dynamic setting. If you are passionate about payroll and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required; Master's preferred.
• 4-7 years of experience with complex payroll systems required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate payroll activities and resolve payroll-related issues.
• Provide analysis for complex payroll projects and adjustments.
• Train payroll processors and document payroll processes.

Skills

Payroll processes knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Mathematical skills

Attention to detail

Decision-making skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

Master's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

UCPath system

UCR Financial Tools

Position Funding Tool

SCT tool

Job description

Payroll Analyst 3

Job ID:
Location: Riverside Area
Schedule: 8AM - 5PM
Category: Accounting and Finance
Salary: $61,000 - $106,800
Full/Part Time: Full-time(100%)
Organization: Planning Budget & Administration
Department: Asirra Suguitan
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Position Information:
Under the general direction of the Payroll Systems Coordination Supervisor, the Payroll Analyst 3 is responsible for the coordination of payroll activities between employees, departments, shared services, and the UCPath Center. Confirmation of General Ledger (GL), creation of multiple monthly payroll and cost transfer journal feeds. Coordination of payroll and GL issue resolution with the UCPath Center, analysis of payroll transactions for completeness. Completion of complex payroll expense transfers, preparation of manual journal corrections and documentation of UCPath system errors, establishment of complex payroll position funding, analysis of payroll funding discrepancies, cross-functional support of the Accounting and Payroll Coordination & Analysis unit. Respond to Shared Service Center inquiries on payroll and all payroll related matters. This role is critical in maintaining the support level to employees, campus departments, and the shared services center.

The full salary range for the Payroll Analyst 3 is $61,000 - $106,800 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $83,900 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Requirements:

1. Educational Requirements
   • Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
   • Master's degree in Accounting or related field. (Preferred)
2. Experience Requirements
   • A broad range of experience with a large, complex automated payroll system. (Required)
   • 4 - 7 years of related experience. (Required)
   • Demonstrated experience with UCPath system, UCR Financial Tools, Position Funding Tool, and SCT tool (Preferred)
   • Payroll accounting analysis, Position Funding, and salary cost transfers (Preferred)
3. Special Conditions
   • Hired candidate must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment start date. (Required)
   • Business necessitates vacations planned around important deadlines, such as payroll processing cycles. (Required)
4. Minimum Requirements
   • Thorough knowledge of all payroll processes, policies, and procedures; knowledge of organization-specific computer application programs.
   • Strong judgment and decision-making skills; verbal, written and active listening communication skills.
   • Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
   • Problem solving and reasoning skills.
   • Strong mathematical skills.
   • Knowledge of internal controls and evaluating potential risk.
   • Keen eye for detail to ensure correct coding of data.
   • Advanced skills using personal computer including experience using Microsoft office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
   • Ability to appropriately manage and prioritize tasks with overlapping deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Skill preparing and delivering successful training workshops.
• Demonstrated knowledge of non-resident alien tax withholding requirements for payments to employees, contractors and students.

Additional Information:

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview

Job Description Details:

General Information
Job Title: PAYROLL ANL 3
Job Code: 006944
Grade: 20
Department Head: Asirra Suguitan
Supervisor: Rose Carmona

Generic Scope:
Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions.

Custom Scope:
Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced payroll professional with a full understanding of industry practices and organizational policies and procedures. Works on complex payroll problems where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors.

Department Custom Scope:
Under the general direction of the Payroll Systems Coordination Supervisor, the Payroll Analyst 3 is responsible for the coordination of payroll activities between employees, departments, shared services, and the UCPath Center.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provides analysis for complex payroll projects, such as verifying tax treaty forms, and resolving non-resident alien payroll issues, complex payroll retroactivity, and various State and Federal regulations.
2. Applies payroll concepts to perform complex analysis regarding pay processing adjustments, including retroactive pay, tax withholding, and overpayments.
3. Manages monthly reconciliation of bank payroll accounts.
4. Calculates complex terminal pay issues.
5. Provides training to payroll processors and human resource staff on payroll topics.
6. Documents payroll processes and procedures.

To apply, visit https://jobsportal.ucr.edu/jobs/31941160