Temporary Payroll Specialist II

National University; California City (CA); Remote; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

National University is seeking a Payroll Specialist to process and audit payroll for multiple groups in a remote capacity across the United States. The role supports adherence to NU policies and local, state, and federal guidelines to ensure accurate, on-time payroll.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of payroll or related experience, familiarity with Workday HCM, ADP Smart Compliance, and strong communication skills to handle employee inquiries effectively.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance or HR or equivalent.
• 2–4 years of payroll or accounting/financial duties or related office experience.
• Experience with Workday HCM, Payroll, Time Tracking and ADP Smart Compliance.

Responsibilities

• Process and audit payroll for multiple pay groups per NU policies and legal guidelines.
• Maintain accurate payroll records to ensure on-time pay and customer satisfaction.
• Answer employee and management questions regarding payroll and related matters.
• Audit payroll reports for accuracy and timeliness.
• Settle payrolls and on-demand checks and verify funding in ADP Smart Compliance.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Accounting/Finance/HR

Tools

Workday HCM

ADP Smart Compliance

Microsoft Excel

Time Tracking

Job description

Compensation Range: Hourly: $25.00 - $25.00 Position Summary

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision, process and audit accurate and timely payroll for multiple pay groups according to National University policies as well as local, state and federal guidelines to ensure an accurate payroll.
• Maintains accurate payroll records in order to deliver accurate and on-time pay to employees ultimately impacting customer satisfaction and profitability.
• May evaluate and recommend changes to policies and procedures to streamline processes and enhance automation.
• Answers employee and management questions regarding paychecks and other payroll related matters (emails, and phone calls).
• Responds to telephone or written inquiries from staff and faculty about payroll related questions.
• Audits all payroll reports for each pay group to ensure an accurate and timely payroll.
• Audit prepared on demand checks including lost checks, separations, retro compensation changes, retro timesheet corrections prior to settlement.
• Ensures direct deposit returns and garnishment refunds are processed correctly.
• Settle payrolls and on demand checks and validates in ADP Smart Compliance the funding of the payrolls.
• Able to complete a full payroll process for all pay groups when needed.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individual of constituencies in a diverse community. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Requirements

• Associate degree with an emphasis in Accounting, Finance or Human Resources or its equivalent in related work preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two to Four (2-4) years of professional experience with emphasis on payroll or accounting/financial/accounts payable related duties, or office management duties preferred.
• Experience with Workday HCM, Payroll, Time Tracking and ADP Smart Compliance required.
• Accepts personal accountability, proactively seeks resolution for personal limitations head-on; designs and implements new or cutting-edge programs/processes. Ability to generate and/or recognize imaginative or creative solutions that generate successful outcomes.
• Working knowledge of principles and practices of accounting and payroll processing and impact on general ledger within a large volume organization.
• Basic knowledge of mandates and other regulations related to payroll processing and labor law, preferred.
• Intermediate use of computers and Microsoft Office Suite Applications such as Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook to include software programs for accounting and payroll processing, e.g. Workday HCM, Payroll Time Tracking and ADP Smart Compliance.

Location: Remote, USA

Travel: Travel seldom required

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Base pay is one component of National University’s total rewards package, as we are dedicated to supporting the needs of the “whole you” with our holistic approach to employee benefits by offering comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family. For Part-time benefits, please click here.

National University is committed to maintaining a high-quality workforce representative of the populations we serve. National University employs more than 4,500 faculty and staff and serves over 45,000 students. We are united in our mission to meet the global education demands of the 21st Century and are dedicated to creating a supportive academic and work environment that allows students, faculty and staff to develop their interests and talents while experiencing a sense of community. With programs available both online and at our many campus locations, National University is a leader in creating innovative solutions to education and meeting the needs of our student population, including adult learners and working professionals.

National University (NU) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant per applicable federal, state and local laws. At NU, a mix of highly talented, innovative and creative people come together to make the impact of a lifetime for each of our student learners. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment, education, and admission at National University.