Payroll Analyst II

University of North Texas System; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Texas System in Denton is seeking a Payroll Analyst II to support the payroll function for the UNT System Administration. You will process payroll with PeopleSoft North American Payroll, maintain employee pay data, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

The role requires a solid accounting background, strong MS Excel skills, and leadership experience to coordinate with internal departments and deliver accurate, timely payroll information to customers

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in accounting or related field; 3 years payroll/time and labor experience.
• Knowledge of payroll laws, codes regulations, and standards.
• Proficiency with MS Excel.
• Experience with PeopleSoft Payroll or Time and Labor modules.

Responsibilities

• Process Monthly and Semi-Monthly payroll in PeopleSoft North American Payroll module.
• Maintains employee pay data, records pay data changes from source documents and interprets University policies and procedures, and State and Federal regulations affecting payroll procedures.
• Reviews and ensures accurate computation of pay, conducts appropriate audits to ensure data integrity and compliance, and coordinates with internal departments as appropriate to resolve discrepancies.
• Analyzes and recommends solutions to address customer issues related to payroll and leave reporting.
• Represents organization by utilizing effective communication and customer service skills to serve customers and provide information and updates on changes and processes.
• Provides helpful information and anticipates needs of organization to keep customers up to date and help them utilize the system.

Skills

Payroll regulations

Excel

Customer service

Data analysis

Accounting basics

Attention to detail

Leadership experience

Education

Associate's degree in accounting

Tools

PeopleSoft North American Payroll

Time and Labor module

Job description

Title: Payroll Analyst II

Employee Classification: Payroll Analyst II

Campus: University of North Texas - System Administration

Division: SYS-Finance & Admin

SubDivision-Department: SYS-System Controller

Department: SYS-Payroll-926150

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Salary Commensurate With Experience and Qualifications

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The UNT System Controller leads financial management and accounting activities that provide high quality, efficient, effective, and accurate financial services to all campus constituents. This team provides timely and accurate financial reporting that will withstand audits and provide reliable and meaningful information to both internal and external stakeholders. Controller operations include campus accounting and financial reporting (excluding budget and decision support), financial statement external audit management, payroll operations, tax compliance, and capital asset accounting.

Position Overview

The Payroll Analyst II position provides accounting functions necessary in the Payroll Area. The position will assist in analyzing transactions, completing accounting entries, voucher corrections and reconciliation research.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree in accounting or a related field and three (3) years related payroll/time and labor experience; or any equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes regulations, standards, methods and practices related to payroll and/or time and labor systems
• Experience with PeopleSoft North American Payroll, and/or Time and Labor, modules
• Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn University policies and procedures related to the area of assignment
• Skill in making mathematical calculations and computations with intermediate to advanced MS Excel experience
• Thorough understanding of payroll process from time entry, and leave accruals
• Ability to provide high-quality customer service and maintain those standards for the area
• Experience leading teams and the ability to encourage, inspire and support others to develop confidence and capability to help them realize their full potential
• Ability to keep complex records; to assemble and organize data of complex nature, and to prepare and submit reports in professional formats

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of Accounting and/or high level bookkeeping experience.
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Excel.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties

• Processes Monthly and Semi-Monthly payroll in PeopleSoft North American Payroll module.
• Maintains employee pay data, records pay data changes from source documents and interprets University policies and procedures, and State and Federal regulations affecting payroll procedures.
• Reviews and ensures accurate computation of pay, conducts appropriate audits to ensure data integrity and compliance, and coordinates with internal departments as appropriate to resolve discrepancies.
• Analyzes and recommends solutions to address customer issues related to payroll and leave reporting.
• Represents organization by utilizing effective communication and customer service skills to serve customers and provide information and updates on changes and processes.
• Provides helpful information and anticipates needs of organization to keep customers up to date and help them utilize the system.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Generally Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.