Payroll Accountant
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Posting Information

Posting Number 2025070 Posting/Functional Title Payroll Accountant University Pay Plan Title Accountant III Location San Marcos Department Office of Payroll & Tax Compliance Recruitment Type Open to All Job Type Full-Time Funding Source Permanent Monthly Salary $4,500.00 Job Category Exempt Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.

* Advance skills in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

* Proven work experience in payroll and/or accounting.

* Bachelor's degree in: Accounting, Computer Information Systems, Economics, Finance, Marketing or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

* Strong numerical aptitude and attention to detail.

* Excellent organizational and time management skills.

* Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity and confidentiality.

* Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

* Skills interacting with employees and work as a team member.

Job Description

The Accountant III performs advanced professional accounting tasks using a thorough understanding of generally accepted accounting principles to solve complex problems. The Accountant III may also be primarily responsible for a segment of the General Accounting operation, or a specialized complex area.

Job Duties

* Reconcile payroll general ledger accounts, investigate, and resolve payroll discrepancies or errors, and prepare journal entries to ensure all payroll-related accounts are balanced and accurate.

* Identify, reconcile, collect, deposit, and account for employee payroll claims.

* Analyze and post payroll expense transfer requests (Payroll Journal requests).

* Process payments to third-party payroll vendors.

* Collaborate with finance, human resources, and other departments to align payroll processing with employee records.

* Maintain accurate payroll records and employee data for reporting purposes.

* Prepare payroll reports and documentation for internal and external audits.

* Respond to payroll-related queries from employees and resolve issues promptly.

* Prepare fiscal year-end AFR payroll reports.

* Assist with year-end processing and the distribution of W-2 and 1042-S forms.

* Assist with the semimonthly and monthly payroll for faculty, staff, and student employees.

* Assist in system upgrades and process improvements working closely with cross-functional teams, including HR, Budget, and IT.

* Provide administrative support for various payroll projects.

* Stay current with payroll best practices and higher education payroll regulations.

Additional Information to Applicants

Must prove prior work experience in payroll or accounting.

Job Open Date 10/11/2024 Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight) Open Until Filled Yes Normal Work Days Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Normal Work Hours Start 8:00AM Normal Work Hours End 5:00PM Posting Notices You will be required to electronically attach a resume., You will be required to electronically attach a list of references. Legal and Required Notices

Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Why work @ Texas State?

* Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!

* Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!

* Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program

* Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.

* An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus

* Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.

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