PAYROLL SUPERVISOR
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Type of Position:

Research

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:

Payroll

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Payroll Supervisor works under administrative direction of the Payroll Manager and is considered a working supervisor. This position ensures computations, withholdings, and deductions associated with the net pay are properly recorded. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in general business, finance, accounting, or a related field; plus three (3) years' experience in accounting, financial management, or a related field.

Other job related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements.

Preferred Education and/or Experience

Two (2) or more years of experience in payroll processing, payroll accounting, or related area. Experience with client-server-based financial information systems, preferably Ellucian Banner and/or Workday.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

* Initiate and process semi-monthly payroll. Calculate and input personnel hiring data into the payroll system;

* Process on demand payments and manual check adjustments;

* Input wage assignments and communication to third party vendors.

* Set up and update changes to personnel pay records, including deductions;

* Responsible for ensuring payroll deductions are taken and remitted to the appropriate vendor(s);

* Perform payroll duties under pressure of tight deadlines and rigid timeframes in difficult circumstances;

* Perform administrative duties as deemed necessary;

* Perform other duties as assigned.

* Assist in the supervision of payroll staff and in preparing payroll staff performance evaluations;

* Delegate tasks to payroll staff. Train new employees and current staff on new procedures;

* Responsible for ensuring payroll staff reconcile payroll liability accounts to the general ledger and reconcile payroll to general ledger;

* Make sure leave is entered and deducted in the payroll system by working closely with the Absence Partner when an employee is on leave (Workers comp, FMLA, Catastrophic, LWOP);

* Prepare federal and state tax deposits reports;

* Assist in the year-end closing and opening processes;

* Develop and design various reports that are useful in improving the operation;

* Oversee the electronic storage of payroll data through imaging;

* Provide technical assistance regarding internal and external payroll issues;

* Provide customer service to internal and external employees.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Knowledge of state payroll processing requirements and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles;

* Ability to coordinate production of payrolls;

* Ability to reconcile and balance payroll deductions;

* Ability to interpret and apply the provisions of law, rule, or policy to specific situations;

* Ability to conduct research, perform quantitative quality assurance reviews, and prepare reports;

* Ability to provide guidance and technical assistance to agency/institution management and staff;

* Ability to develop, implement, and maintain manual or computerized accounting systems;

* Ability to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of accounting systems and controls, identify problems, and devise corrective actions;

* Ability to plan, organize, and oversee the work of others;

* Excellent customer relations skills;

* Strong time management, analytical and planning skills;

* Proficient in MS Word and Excel;

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$52,000

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Katrina Christopher, Payroll Manager, ...@ualr.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Stooping

Benefits Eligible:

Yes