Payroll Temp

Payroll Temp Overview

• The Payroll Temp will support payroll operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency in processing biweekly payroll and related activities.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Payroll Manager to research, analyze, and report payroll data for decision-making purposes.
• Utilize advanced digital tools to create reporting structures for payroll analysis and compliance monitoring.
• Contribute to process improvements, including tuition remission, direct deposits, tax forms, and garnishments.
• Assist in audits, data reconciliation, and preparation of financial reports for compliance and operational efficiency.
• Provide mentorship to student workers, fostering their professional growth and development.
• Work on-site to ensure seamless payroll operations and effective collaboration with university departments.
• This is a contract position with a competitive hourly rate and immediate start date.

Payroll Temp Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Review and streamline payroll processes, ensuring efficiency and compliance with regulations.
• Back up the biweekly payroll processing and create reports for anomaly detection.
• Analyze tax data using BI tools to optimize processes for graduate students and non-resident aliens.
• Document and implement process changes, communicating updates to the payroll team.
• Assist with 403B audits and reconcile data with financial records.
• Prepare and process manual check requests and manage payroll bank reconciliations.
• Coordinate electronic tax form completion with the IT department.
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries and provide consistent communication to stakeholders.
• Lead special payroll projects and ensure timely and accurate completion.

Payroll Temp Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or accounting is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting, HR, or payroll; 3 years preferred.
• Proficiency in advanced Microsoft Excel and BI reporting tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to challenges.
• Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with various stakeholders across the organization.
• Experience in mentoring and guiding student workers or junior staff is a plus.
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.