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Old Dominion University in Norfolk, VA seeks a Payroll Processor to handle the full cycle of payroll processing for all university employees, including semi-monthly payrolls and special payrolls. The role requires working knowledge of payroll policies, tax regulations, garnishment laws, and data entry on mainframe and PC software such as Excel and Word.
Qualifications include considerable experience with automated payrolls, familiarity with payroll taxes and related laws, and strong
Working Title
Working Title Payroll Processor
Position Number
Position Number 00305A
Department
Department FINANCE OFFICE
Location
Location Norfolk, VA
Type of Position
Type of Position Classified
Type of Job
Type of Job Full Time
Job Description
The primary objective of this position is to perform the full range of payroll processing activities to include calculation of pay, preparation of payroll records for processing, and reconciliation of payroll discrepancies in a timely manner for the semi-monthly payroll and other special payrolls as needed for all Old Dominion University employees, following University policies and procedures, Commonwealth of Virginia policies, Federal and State tax laws, garnishment laws and other governing bodies as required each pay period.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Working knowledge of payroll policies and procedures, experience processing payroll. Working knowledge of payroll tax regulations, wage-hour regulations, state and federal tax garnishment laws and regulations concerning payroll. Some knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work with data processing systems and complete data entry on a mainframe computer and pc software applications (Excel, Word). Demonstrated ability to perform complex mathematical computations.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people and to perform under pressure and meet deadlines.
Special licenses, registration or certification
N/A
Education or training
None
Level and type of experience
Considerable experience working with or processing full payrolls in an automated system. Some experience working with payroll taxes and Federal and State tax laws, customer service experience.
Some experience working with Microsoft office software packages.
Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)
Some BANNER experience.
Conditions of Employment
This is an open until filled recruitment. This recruitment may close after the five-day required posting period when a suitable pool of candidates has been generated.
This position is designated as sensitive. A fingerprint-based criminal history check will be required of the final candidate.
Annual Salary/Hourly Rate
Annual Salary/Hourly Rate Salary is commensurate with education and experience and begins at $ - 42,000
Job Requisition Number
Job Requisition Number S02607
Job Open To
Job Open To General Public
Open Date
Open Date 04/08/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions Summary
none
Criminal Background Check
Criminal Background Check The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.
Equity Statement
It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity at (757) 683-3141.
Alternative Hiring Process
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process.
To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter.
To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
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Required Documents
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If you have questions:
Staff and Administrative & Professional Faculty applicants, please contact the Department of Human Resources at (757) 683-3042 or Jobsearch@odu.edu .
Teaching and Research Faculty applicants, please contact the Office of Academic Affairs at aafacultyemployment@odu.edu .