Payroll Processing Specialist

Payroll Processing Specialist

Company:
North Carolina State University

Job Location:

Category:
Human Resources

Type:
Full-Time

Join the Pack! A community with nearly 8,000 faculty and staff, and 30,000 students. NC State is one of the largest employers in North Carolina, offering a large range of career opportunities. Visit us at https://jobs.hr.ncsu.edu/.

Department: 496101 - University Payroll

Location: Raleigh, NC

Essential Job Duties:
The Payroll Processing Specialist plays a key role in ensuring employees are paid accurately, on time, and with confidence. Reporting to the Payroll Processing Manager, this position blends high-volume payroll processing with responsive employee support-serving as a trusted resource for payroll inquiries while driving efficiencies that reduce risk, administrative burden, and potential financial penalties for the university.

Key Responsibilities

• Process payroll transactions with accuracy and timeliness, ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee payroll inquiries, including direct deposit setup, updates, and troubleshooting
• Manage check distribution and related processes, ensuring secure and timely delivery
• Oversee the replacement check process for unclaimed or returned payments, resolving cases proactively and efficiently
• Reduce escheatment volume by identifying and addressing unclaimed payments, minimizing annual reporting requirements and risk exposure
• Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation to support audits and compliance efforts
• Collaborate with internal partners to improve payroll processes and enhance the employee experience

If you are detail-oriented, responsive, and motivated to improve processes while supporting employees in meaningful ways, this is an opportunity to make a measurable impact in a critical university function.

Minimum Experience/Education:
Bachelor's degree; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Required Qualifications:
N/A

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient with PeopleSoft (or other HRIM system) payroll processing, including taxes and deductions.
• Advanced MS Excel and Word, reporting application experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Required license or certification:
N/A

Position Number: 00106927

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