"Payroll Specialist II - 528403"

Department/Organization:

506102 - Payroll

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Job Summary:

The Payroll Specialist II administers payroll related policies and processes. Resolves issues regarding payment, deductions, withholdings, and accrued leave. Ensures accurate calculation and timely processing of the regular bi-weekly payrolls and adjustment payrolls in compliance with University pay policies and federal and state regulations. Serves as the subject matter expert for payroll regulations, processing, and operations. Provides technical, functional, analytical, and regulatory assistance to employee and/or departments on all aspects of payroll operations.

Additional Department Summary:

The University of Alabama is embarking to transition the on-premises finance and HCM ERP systems to a modern cloud platform. This position is time-limited to the duration of the project due to additional department staffing needs while engaged in this project, but could lead to regular employment at the University.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of payroll experience; OR associate's degree and four (4) years of payroll experience; OR high school diploma or GED and six (6) years of payroll experience.

Skills and Knowledge:

Thorough understanding of payroll fundamentals. Ability to manually calculate gross to net pay, taking an employee's tax forms, voluntary deductions, and pre-tax deductions into consideration. Strong knowledge of payroll tax and payroll accounting. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Exceptional time management skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects independently and effectively with efficiency and appropriate follow-through. Ability to work effectively with people to resolve issues. Exceptional customer service ability.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with large in-house payroll system, preferably Banner HCM. Thorough knowledge of UA payroll policies, including employee class and pay codes, position numbers, and FTE and account fund combinations. Proficiency in Banner, ePrint, EPAF review, OnBase, and/or AppWorx.

Pay Grade/Pay Range:

Minimum: $48,600 - Midpoint: $60,800 (Salaried E7)