Payroll Processing Associate/General Assistant

Job no: 495380
Position type: Staff Full-time, Temporary (Hourly)
Location: UMBC Campus
Division/Equivalent: 10361 - Administration & Finance
School/Unit: 10618 - Human Resources & Training
Categories: Human Resources/Payroll, Business/Accounting/Finance

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Department:

 Human Resources & Strategic Talent Management
Responsibilities:

The Department of Human Resources & Strategic Talent Management has an opening in our Payroll Unit for a temporary full-time position.  The Payroll Processing Associate will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of human resources and payroll transactions utilizing PeopleSoft, DocuSign, etc.

The schedule will be Monday to Friday during core business hours.  A hybrid work schedule may be available after initial training period. 

  • Reviewing payroll adjustments and analyzing pay transaction ensuring accurate entry and validation of payline changes
  • Maintaining compliance in data integrity across systems
  • Reviewing transactions for compliance and advise on onboarding documentation as well as position management changes
  • Reviewing and executing campus system requests for hires/rehires
  • Resolving payroll support requests
  • Other payroll responsibilities as needed
Required Minimum Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Four years of payroll experience, two years of which must have included knowledge of State and Federal Payroll Regulations 

Note: Additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

  • Must be able to recognize and know the purpose of standardized forms required for payroll (I-9, W-4, etc.), perform accurate math computations and remain poised and courteous under pressure, handle a high level of confidential & sensitive payroll issues, and be a team player with a strong sense of ownership & commitment to excellence.
Preferred Qualifications: 

Knowledge of PeopleSoft helpful. 
Background Screening Statement:

A background check will be required.  
Special Instructions to Applicants:

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Screening of Applications Begins: Screening begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. 
Salary:

Hourly Salary Range: Minimum: $23 to Maximum: $25, commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Hours: Full-time 
Type: Temporary, Contingent I
Additional Information: This is a temporary position.  Initial contract is for six months with the possibility of renewal. 
Benefits:  Benefits Summary
FLSA Status: Nonexempt 
 Equal Opportunity Statement:  UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Title IX: As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here.   

Accommodation: 

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Work Authorization   As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.
   

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