Payroll Practitioner III at Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti, Michigan

Job Description:

Title: Payroll Practitioner III

Employee Classification: CS

Pay Grade: CS 07

Division: Business and Finance

Subdivision: Controller

Department: Business and Finance

Campus Location: Main Campus

General Summary

Review, calculate and audit payroll transactions for assigned payrolls.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Calculate per pay amounts over the required number of payments left in the semester for entry in the system.
• Analyze and correct processing errors prior to the transmission of payroll to ensure accurate payments.
• Audit any changes entered in the payroll system.
• Calculate and process retro payments.
• Analyze payroll data received from other departments to determine the necessary steps that ensure an accurate payroll for the University.
• Process off-cycle requests.
• Calculate payouts for severance, sick and vacation.
• Perform liaison functions with other business offices to facilitate problem solving.
• Provide assistance to faculty and staff member with questions regarding payroll checks.
• Prepare posting information to transfer expenses for all account and appointment changes.
• Works closely with all levels within the organization as needed.
• Perform related Departmental duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

A combination of education and experience typically acquired by completion of a Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting or related field.

Three years of previous payroll processing experience within the last 5 years is required.

Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in Higher Education is desired.

A Certified Payroll Professional is desirable.

Knowledge of Microsoft Access or Crystal report software is desirable.

Appointment Percentage:

100%

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

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