Payroll Analyst

This is a Full-Time Administrative position at grade 15, with an annual salary range of $62,418 to $83,224. The salary offer will be based on education and experience, in alignment with the College's compensation philosophy and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), if applicable.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA, DCA, Commuter)
• Retirement Plans (Pension, 457b, 403b)
• Time Off with Pay
• Professional Development/Expense
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sick Banks

An employee in this classification, under the direction of the Senior Director of Payroll, will coordinate and participate in technical payroll accounting activities. This includes preparing, maintaining, processing, analyzing, and auditing manual and automated payroll data, information, records, and reports, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of payroll transactions. Additionally, the role involves leading, training, and providing work direction and guidance to staff on daily tasks and projects. The employee will also act as the Senior Director in their absence and provide backup for the Payroll Specialist as needed.

1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a payroll-related field.
2. Minimum of 5 years of in-house payroll processing experience.
3. Proven experience as a Payroll Analyst, Coordinator, or similar role.
4. Knowledge of payroll principles, practices, regulations, and HR best practices.
5. Ability to interpret and apply laws, policies, procedures, and collective bargaining provisions.
6. Knowledge of payroll wage garnishments.
7. Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
8. Expertise in payroll systems, HRIS, and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
9. Strong time management, problem-solving, and data analysis skills.
10. Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion.
11. Initiative to research, troubleshoot, and recommend solutions.
12. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
13. Ability to respond to auditor requests and make sound decisions.
14. Effective presentation and training skills for diverse audiences

1. Experience with Colleague ERP and/or Workforce time and attendance software preferred.
2. Payroll experience within a union environment and/or higher education preferred.
3. Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred.

1. 1. Provide superior customer service to employees and external stakeholders, interpreting and educating on payroll-related laws, policies, and agreements.
   2. Assist and troubleshoot issues with HR/Payroll/Time & Attendance systems, ensuring data accuracy.
   3. Run bi-weekly batch imports of faculty contracts, process adjustments, and balance contract amounts.
   4. Reconcile and submit the State University Retirement System file, researching and calculating adjustments.
   5. Develop and post payroll-related information on web-based communication platforms.
   6. Prepare and distribute quarterly and year-end payroll reports, ensuring accuracy and timely tax filings.
   7. Respond to requests for information or documentation from internal and external customers.
   8. Audit payroll transactions for accuracy and compliance with laws, policies, and union contracts.
   9. Act as Sr. Director in their absence; provide backup for the Payroll Specialist, performing their duties during absences or heavy workloads.
   10. Identify inefficiencies in system processes and suggest and implement improvements.

Perform other duties as assigned which pertain to the job description.

Sedentary (up to 10 lbs occasionally, sitting most of the time)

Close visual acuity (e.g. computer, assembly)

Moderate noise

Typical office or administrative