Temp Payroll Analyst — High-Volume Data & Compliance

RI Temps, Inc.; Kingston (RI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rhode Island is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Payroll Analyst for an approximate four-month temporary assignment. This role involves supporting biweekly payroll processing, auditing timecards, and addressing employee pay inquiries in a busy, unionized environment.

Ideal candidates will have proven payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to analyze large datasets while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Previous experience processing high-volume, biweekly payroll.
• Experience auditing employee time records and payroll transactions.
• Demonstrated ability to research and resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Experience processing retroactive pay adjustments and payroll corrections.

Responsibilities

• Support the accurate and timely processing of high-volume, biweekly payroll.
• Review and audit employee timecards for accuracy, completeness, and proper authorization.
• Research, identify, and resolve payroll and timekeeping discrepancies.
• Coordinate with employees, supervisors, HR, and departments to obtain corrections and approvals.
• Process retroactive pay adjustments, payroll corrections, and other special payments.
• Review employee pay statements and investigate compensation-related questions.
• Ensure payroll transactions comply with organizational policies, procedures, and union contract requirements.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and supporting documentation.
• Analyze payroll data to identify discrepancies, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with payroll reporting, audits, reconciliations, and compliance reviews.
• Support ongoing improvements to payroll processes and procedures.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries with professionalism, accuracy, and excellent customer service.

Skills

Payroll processing

Timecard auditing

Data analysis

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Some college coursework

Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/business

Tools

Workday

PeopleSoft

Job description

The University of Rhode Island is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Payroll Analyst for an approximate four-month temporary assignment. This role involves supporting biweekly payroll processing, auditing timecards, and addressing employee pay inquiries in a busy, unionized environment.

Ideal candidates will have proven payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to analyze large datasets while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.