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Payroll Specialist - Temporary

Payroll Specialist - Temporary

About the Opportunity

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing assigned pay groups utilizing Workday HRM/Payroll System, off-cycle paychecks, related inbound and outbound interfaces, processing metrics, and other Payroll-related reports and forms.

This is expected to be a 12-month assignment but may extended based on business needs.

Duties include:

  • Processes Workday Timesheets, Absence and Leave related to payroll.
  • Provides information and assistance to the University departments on payroll, timesheet and absence issues.
  • Responds to inquiries from staff, faculty and the HR community.

Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of payroll/accounting concepts and practices as well as PC-based applications. Understanding of IRS regulations, maintain accurate and detailed records and handle confidential information.
  • Effective communication, customer service, and organizational skills.
  • Knowledge and skills typically acquired through an associate's degree (or equivalent) plus 1-3 years of experience. Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Payroll or accounting experience with Workday.

Responsibilities:

  1. Perform end-to-end payroll processes for designated payrolls, following checklist, including Time Sheet, Absence and Leave processing, adhering to all required audits and resolution authorization. Perform off-cycle adjustments as requested by manager; add to off-cycle spreadsheet. Ensure taxes for all payrolls and adjustments reconcile.
  2. Perform inbound and outbound interfaces as well as related tasks for general deductions, adhering to schedules. Record related metrics for time elapse and volume counts for optimal system and personnel utilization. Perform other rotating and back-up duties.
  3. Provide excellent customer service; respond promptly to all inquiries. Support users for Time Sheets, Payroll, Tax and Payroll Deduction inquiries.

Position Type
Temporary

Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Pay Rate:
$31.00/hr

To apply, visit https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Boston-MA-Main-Campus/Payroll-Specialist---Temporary_R136965

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