Senior Payroll Technician – Higher Education

California State University, Fullerton; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plan

Tuition waiver

FlexCash

Employee Assistance Programs

15 paid holidays

Job summary

California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) is seeking a Payroll Technician III to manage payroll and related data for campus staff. This pivotal role expects precise data handling, adherence to payroll laws, and collaboration with timekeepers and administrators.

The successful candidate will work under Payroll Services within HRIE, coordinating complex transactions and ensuring timely, accurate payments. CSU benefits and a structured environment support professional growth and compliance.

Qualifications

• Three years of increasingly responsible payroll/processing experience.
• Mastery of math and data analysis; strong organizational skills.
• Experience with an automated payroll system and payroll regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex payroll and payroll-related data processing and analysis.
• Explain policies, procedures, and laws; coordinate payroll tasks with campus partners.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Payroll systems experience

Tools

PeopleSoft (CMS)

PIMS

HRIS/ERP

Job description

California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) is seeking a Payroll Technician III to manage payroll and related data for campus staff. This pivotal role expects precise data handling, adherence to payroll laws, and collaboration with timekeepers and administrators.

The successful candidate will work under Payroll Services within HRIE, coordinating complex transactions and ensuring timely, accurate payments. CSU benefits and a structured environment support professional growth and compliance.