Payroll & Compliance Specialist

Umpqua Community College; Roseburg (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Umpqua Community College is seeking a Payroll Accounting Processor to join the Administrative team. The role focuses on accurate payroll processing, timekeeping validation, and internal control compliance.

You will manage data entry, deductions, and reports while collaborating with Accounting, Finance, and HR to ensure payroll integrity. The position requires attention to detail, knowledge of payroll systems, and the ability to handle confidential information.

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll processing and data entry with attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of payroll regulations and labor laws.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and review employee time records to ensure accurate reporting of work time and leave.
• Transmit and validate timekeeping data in the payroll system for completeness and compliance.
• Calculate compensation based on contracts, timesheets, overtime, and deductions per college policies and laws.
• Enter payroll data and resolve discrepancies before processing.
• Process payroll according to schedule with accurate deductions and withholdings.
• Coordinate direct deposits and check distributions with proper controls.
• Prepare payroll registers and review variances and errors before approval.
• Prepare payroll reports for tax reporting and reconciliation.
• Respond to payroll inquiries from staff and managers.
• Maintain knowledge of federal and state payroll laws and reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with Payroll, Accounting, Finance, and HR to ensure data accuracy and alignment.
• Prepare deduction and liability reports and support reconciliation of payroll accounts.
• Assist with W-2 processing and related reconciliations.
• Prepare payroll journal entries for posting in the financial system.
• Provide operational support to accounting during non-payroll periods.
• Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency and controls.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Payroll Manager.

Skills

Payroll processing

Timekeeping systems

Data accuracy

Microsoft Excel

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

SCT Banner

HRIS

Job description

Umpqua Community College is seeking a Payroll Accounting Processor to join the Administrative team. The role focuses on accurate payroll processing, timekeeping validation, and internal control compliance.

You will manage data entry, deductions, and reports while collaborating with Accounting, Finance, and HR to ensure payroll integrity. The position requires attention to detail, knowledge of payroll systems, and the ability to handle confidential information.