University of Minnesota · 1 month ago
Payroll Operations Specialist
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$50K/yr - $60K/yr
4+ years expThe University of Minnesota is a large public research university, and they are seeking a Payroll Operations Specialist to manage payroll and HR data in compliance with university policies. This role involves overseeing payroll coordination, providing HRMS support, and ensuring data integrity within the College of Liberal Arts.
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Responsibilities
College approver for TeamDynamix requests: Analyze TDX requests for policy compliance. Partner with units or other colleges to resolve inconsistencies prior to approving over to OHR Operations for processing
Consult on policies and procedures related to payroll, including unit workflow and requirements, University pay policies and procedures, and correct time and absence reporting
Performs review of accurate time reporting, verification, and balancing to ensure internal controls are followed and audit requirements are met
Resolve discrepancies and errors appropriately. Coordinate resolution with the department
Process payroll updates and off cycles as needed
Serve as Unit Time and Absence Administrator
Maintains job data integrity by conducting routine audits and analyzing data utilizing queries and reporting tools; ensures updates are incorporated so systems are compliant with all policies
Manage and track various changes of appointments, ie, faculty phase retirements, faculty development leaves, etc
Oversight of HRMS schedules and delegations
In coordination with the Payroll Manager, research and recommend best HRMS practices with units
Process and monitor employment verification
Analyze documentation to ensure it reflects compliance with federal I-9 requirements
Stop Pay Report: Resolve discrepancies found
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma/GED and four (4) years of general accounts transaction experience. Training/education may be substituted for up to two (2) years of experience
Experience working with a high volume of transactions and multiple competing deadlines
Demonstrated commitment to customer service, including effective oral and written communication skills
Experience with MS Office suite applications, including MS Word and MS Excel
Must be able to complete training and show proficiency with PeopleSoft HRMS and collegiate systems and processes
Preferred
Experience working within a web-based enterprise HR and Payroll system
Experience with the PeopleSoft HRMS 9.2
Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Highly developed organization skills with high attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
Intermediate computer skills in spreadsheet creation and management, and web-based reporting
Experience working in a higher education environment
Knowledge of and experience with application of University policies, workflows, and systems
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Company
University of Minnesota
University of Minnesota is an educational institution that offers master's and doctoral degrees in medicine, law, and engineering fields.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$97.08MKey Investors
American Academy of Orthopaedic SurgeonsNational Science FoundationU.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2023-12-01Grant· $0.03M
2023-05-04Grant· $20M
2023-04-13Grant· $10M
Leadership Team
Shane Stennes
Chief Sustainability Officer
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