Payroll Analyst II - University of North Texas System

Denton, TX

About the Job

The Payroll Analyst II position provides accounting functions necessary in the Payroll Area. The position will assist in analyzing transactions, completing accounting entries, voucher corrections and reconciliation research.

Title: Payroll Analyst II

Employee Classification: Payroll Analyst II

Campus: University of North Texas - System Administration

Division: SYS-Finance & Admin

SubDivision-Department: SYS-System Controller

Department: SYS-Payroll-926150

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Salary Commensurate With Experience and Qualifications

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The UNT System Controller leads financial management and accounting activities that provide high quality, efficient, effective, and accurate financial services to all campus constituents. This team provides timely and accurate financial reporting that will withstand audits and provide reliable and meaningful information to both internal and external stakeholders. Controller operations include campus accounting and financial reporting (excluding budget and decision support), financial statement external audit management, payroll operations, tax compliance, and capital asset accounting.

Position Overview

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree in accounting or a related field and three (3) years related payroll/time and labor experience; or any equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Knowledge of applicable laws, codes regulations, standards, methods and practices related to payroll and/or time and labor systems
* Experience with PeopleSoft North American Payroll, and/or Time and Labor, modules
* Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn University policies and procedures related to the area of assignment
* Skill in making mathematical calculations and computations with intermediate to advanced MS Excel experience
* Thorough understanding of payroll process from time entry, and leave accruals
* Ability to provide high-quality customer service and maintain those standards for the area
* Experience leading teams and the ability to encourage, inspire and support others to develop confidence and capability to help them realize their full potential
* Ability to keep complex records; to assemble and organize data of complex nature, and to prepare and submit reports in professional formats

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications: Two or more years of Accounting and/or high level bookkeeping experience. Intermediate knowledge of MS Excel.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties:

% - Processes Monthly and Semi-Monthly payroll in PeopleSoft North American Payroll module. - (Essential)
% - Maintains employee pay data, records pay data changes from source documents and interprets University policies and procedures, and State and Federal regulations affecting payroll procedures. - (Essential)
% - Reviews and ensures accurate computation of pay, conducts appropriate audits to ensure data integrity and compliance, and coordinates with internal departments as appropriate to resolve discrepancies. - (Essential)
% - Analyzes and recommends solutions to address customer issues related to payroll and leave reporting. - (Essential)
% - epresents organization by utilizing effective communication and customer service skills to serve customers and provide information and updates on changes and processes. - (Essential)
% - Provides helpful information and anticipates needs of organization to keep customers up to date and help them utilize the system. - (Essential)

Work Schedule:

Full Time

Driving University Vehicle:

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

Source : University of North Texas System