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Job Offer: Payroll Specialist:

Job description:


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Full Time
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Immediately
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Schenectady, NY 12308
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3/14/25

 

Payroll Specialist

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for various payroll functions at the college. this job offer will be the main point of contact for the hourly payroll and serve as backup and provide direct support to the Director of Payroll. this job offer will also coordinate with other Human Resources staff for items affecting payroll.

Position Title: Payroll Specialist

Pay Status and Classification: Exempt, Regular Full-time

Immediate manager: Director of Payroll

Position Purpose: this job offer is responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance requirements are met, promotes effective, efficient work processes and aligns with the strategic goals of the College.
this function is required to establish effective working relationships with members of the campus community and also ensure job responsibilities are completed timely and accurately.

Essential Responsibilities and tasks:
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Payroll Processing:
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Manages all aspects of Workday Time Tracking & Payroll.
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Ensures timely completion of hourly payroll in conformity with labor regulations and standard accounting practices.
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Reviews time entry for completeness and accuracy, reaching out to staff/managers as discrepancies are found.
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Works with the manager or employee to resolve any payroll related questions or problems.
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Processes wage garnishments, pay levies and other involuntary court-ordered payments in a timely manner, including reporting to the necessary state office or jurisdiction
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Reconciles payroll prior to the printing of checks.
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Processes payroll. Completes process to add VPAF electronic check signature and prepares checks for distribution as needed.
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Processes on demand payments as needed
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Assist with steps related to the processing of salaried payroll.
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Administrative Processes:
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Updates the yearly Holidays and Recess Calendar in Workday in coordination with the Director of Payroll
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Provides mortgage and employee verifications as requested by outside agencies
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Reports employee stats to DOL monthly
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Conducts regular payroll reporting as required and assists with financial audits related to pay records and connected general ledger
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Assist with Quarterly tax reporting requirement
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Assists in the preparation, reconciliation and distribution of W-2's and other year-end reporting requirements
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Provides time tracking training when necessary
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Assist with process to add or close jobs for hourly employees
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Assist with hiring students into jobs
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Office Support:
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Conducts Workday testing as updates are released
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Helps identify improvements that can be made in processes
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Provides backup for front desk and phones
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Provides guidance on college policy and labor laws
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Stays up to date on federal and state labor regulations and guidelines affecting payroll and human resources
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Assists with I-9 verification

Qualifications required
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Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, or similar with 2+ years of payroll practice and/or a combination of significant education, training, certifications, and/or work practice.
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Workday practice preferred
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Payroll tax practice preferred
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Excellent interpersonal expertise and sound judgement
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capability to multitask and meet deadlines
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Solid mathematical expertise
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Aptitude for software applications
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Excellent data entry expertise with an eye for accuracy

Compensation:
The annual income range for this job offer is $60,000-$70,000. Except for functions with a set rate of pay, the wage/income of the finalist selected for this function will be set located on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, practice, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Job location: Schenectady, NY

We know some job seekers may not apply for career opportunities unless they meet every qualification in the position description including the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in hiring the best staff and faculty colleagues, and recognize that a prosperous candidate may come from a less traditional career path. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our preferred qualifications.

We offer exceptional benefits including:
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Generous Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
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Winter Recess Break in Addition to Paid Holidays
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Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)
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Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs
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Employee Scholarships toward Certifications, Seminars, Training and Professional Development
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Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
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income Continuation Program in the event of Discapability
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Tuition Assistance Program for Employee, Spouse and/or Dependents

Background Checks: In conformity with our , finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions.

E-Verify Participation: Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Lgain more about and your .

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Job Location: Schenectady, NY 12308, Other
Address: Schenectady, NY 12308
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