University of South Florida Libraries · 3 hours ago
Lead Payroll Admin Processing
Tampa, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expThe University of South Florida Libraries is seeking a Lead Payroll Administrator to oversee payroll operations and processing activities. This role involves coordinating payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and providing guidance to Payroll Administrators.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Lead and develop Payroll Administrator I and II staff to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll delivery
Support end-to-end payroll processing efficiencies and accuracy by reviewing data integrity reports, validating inputs, and taking action in Oracle HCM
Resolve escalated payroll discrepancies, retroactive adjustments, and pay issues to maintain employee trust and operational accuracy. Serves as the lead to bring items that need further escalation to the Payroll Assistant Director
Analyze payroll trends, variances, and adjustment rates to identify root causes and recommend and implement process improvements that enhance accuracy and reduce manual interventions
Oversee overpayment recovery, off-cycle processing, and garnishment administration to ensure timely resolution and proper financial reconciliation
Strengthen cross-functional collaboration with HR, Accounting, and Legal to streamline workflows and improve payroll data quality
Lead system testing for quarterly patches, tax updates, and configuration changes, ensuring payroll system reliability and compliance
Maintain and enhance standard operating procedures (SOPs), training guides, and audit documentation to support operational excellence and knowledge continuity
Ensure compliance with all university, state, and federal wage and tax regulations, minimizing audit findings and financial risk
Monitor compliance with IRS, DOL, and state tax regulations
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and university payroll, wage, and hour regulations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and 2 or more years of related experience
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience with Oracle HCM Cloud or similar enterprise HR/payroll systems
Experience in higher education or large, multi-entity organizations
CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification
Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree
Benefits
Medical, dental and life insurance plans
Retirement plan options
Employee and dependent tuition programs
Generous leave
Hundreds of employee perks and discounts
Company
University of South Florida Libraries
The University of South Florida Libraries accelerate learning and knowledge production through distinctive collections, information service innovation, and thought leadership.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase