Senior Analyst, Payroll

Broward College; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution in higher education is seeking a Senior Analyst for Payroll to ensure accurate payroll processing and compliance with regulations. This role involves auditing payroll records, collaborating with HR on retirement benefits, and developing new operational processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field. Join a dedicated team committed to providing quality education and support to a diverse student population, while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development

Financial Benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field required.
• Six years of experience in payroll or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Audit and reconcile payroll records for timely payment processing.
• Collaborate with HR on retirement benefit accuracy and deductions.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Equivalent Experience

Tools

Workday

Job description

Job Profile Summary

Under limited supervision, this purpose of this job is to audit, analyze and reconcile payroll records to ensure timely and accurately processing of payment to all employees. This position also is responsible for auditing and processing employee’s leave payment and Drop records. Identifies system configuration problems or necessary updates and suggests implementing resolutions. Position assists in the development of new standard operating processes and procedures and performs related work as directed.

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field.
• An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.

Minimum Experience/Training:

• Six or more years related experience preferably in higher education or a governmental organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Minimum Certification/Licenses:

• Fundamentals of Payroll Certification preferred.

Essential Functions:

• Daily- 15%: Serves as College liaison with FRS in regards to retirement issues and audits. Collaborates with HR to ensure accuracy of retirement benefit and deductions. Audits and reconciles FRS deduction reports at month end and prepares transmittal to FRS.
• Daily -10%: Delegates to and follows up on work of part time employee or other temporary administrative support employees, including recommendation of staffing, hiring, termination and discipline. Setting performance standards and evaluating staff, staff development and training, etc.
• Daily -15%: Serves as direct support to other payroll staff members with payroll processing, on demand payments calculations and other projects as they arise.
• Weekly -15%: Audits, reconciles and verifies leave time balance in Workday and in legacy system to issue terminal leave payments.
• Weekly- 10%: Researches and analyzes discrepancies and processes journal entries as needed to balance general ledger accounts
• Annually- 5%: Generates accrual reports for Finance as part of the Fiscal Year End process.
• Montjly-5%: Assists in the design and development of payroll related processes and procedures, determine and locate sources for collecting data, review, analyze and summarize reports to provide consultative services to management.
• Other, as Needed- 5%: Tests and creates test scenarios of the H/R Payroll system when new software updates (ports) are received. Assists in the development and implementation of Workday procedures used for processing data with focus on efficiency.
• Weekly-10%: Conducts audits regarding comp time accrual and usage on a monthly basis to ensure posting and payouts are in compliance with college policy/procedures and union contracts.
• Other, as Needed -5%:Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• In-depth functional knowledge and expertise in area of specialization and general knowledge of related areas in the College
• Ability to perform complex administrative analysis with only general supervision
• Strong diagnostic, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent coordination and communication skills used appropriately influence the decision-making of individuals and groups at all levels in the College
• Ability to plan and manage own work flow, priorities and results accomplishment
• Requires the ability to present and disseminate data to various levels
• Requires advanced knowledge of computerized systems and operating environments i.e. Microsoft Office Products and specialized computer systems
• Ability to interact and effectively communicate with a diverse employee and student population

Our Culture:

• At Broward College, our leaders embody a culture of competence, care, character, composure, and courage. We prioritize serving each other and our students through high-quality guidance, mutual respect, resilience, and fair, thoughtful decision-making, all while upholding the values of integrity, transparency, and honesty.

Job Title

Senior Analyst, Payroll

Position Number

P0005545

Job Status

Full time Regular

Department

Payroll Management

Location

Cypress Creek Administrative Center

Pay Grade

715

Salary

$52,900 - $62,158 (Salary rate commensurate with education and experience)

Work Shift

Second Shift

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday/Weekends/Varies

Hours Per Week

40

Posting End Date

Open Until Filled

Comments

To be considered for this position, a completed online employment application form along with a resume are required.

Designated Essential Personnel

No

FLSA Status

Exempt

Position Classification

Professional Technical Staff (PTS)

Special Instructions to Applicant:

For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire. An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process and must be attached to the online application. If unable to attach the documentation, please email document to [e-mail] or fax to 954-201-7612, stating clearly the position name(s) and position number(s) the transcript is to be attached to.

Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline. All required documentation must be received on or before the job posting end date.

**Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the “Resume/CV/Transcript/License/Certification” section of the application**

Please refer to link with the instructions on how to submit an application with multiple documents. https://www.broward.edu/jobs/_docs/tutorial_external_applicant_broward_college.pdf .

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the required background screening process.

Broward College uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 Form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Broward College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected classification.For inquiries regarding Title IX and the college’s non-discrimination policies, contact the Vice President for Talent and Culture at 954-201-7449, Broward College, 6400 NW 6th Way, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309.Applicants needing a reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact the Talent and Culture Department at [e-mail].

Disclaimer

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted of describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related education/experience beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Broward College reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.

About Us

Broward College is a nationally ranked institution of higher education in Broward County, Florida, providing residents and non-residents with access to high-quality, affordable education.

Broward College is the largest institution of higher education in Broward County, serving more than 51,000 students annually, Broward College provides students with certificate programs, two-year university-transfer degrees, two-year career degrees, and baccalaureate degrees in selected programs. The College’s mission is to provide high-quality educational programs and services that are affordable and accessible to our community of learners. Together, we are working to make Broward College the number one destination for academic excellence.

With more than 4,000 colleagues, Broward College serves as a critical economic engine for Broward County, generating more than 1.7 billion in economic impact for Broward County, and driving opportunities for economic mobility for all of Broward County.

Broward College has been repeatedly recognized as one of the top 10 community colleges in America by several national organizations including the Aspen Institute. The College continues to receive recognition for its transformational work to improve institutional culture and care for its employees as recognized by the College and University Professional Association for Human Resources (CUPA-HR) National HR Excellence Award.

As an equal access and employment opportunity institution, Broward College is committed to a tradition of increasing and retaining an intellectually, culturally, and ethnically diverse student body and workforce and focusing on the success of our students, faculty, and staff while strengthening our local and global communities.

At Broward College, we offer a competitive array of benefits and services to support our employees personal and family needs.

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Financial and so much more

Broward College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The College strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected characteristic.

For inquiries regarding Title IX and the college’s non-discrimination policies, contact the Vice President for Talent and Culture at 954-201-7449, Broward College, 6400 NW 6th Way, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309.

Applicants needing a reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact the Recruitment Office at 954-201-7449.