Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

Job Location

20 S Cameron St, Winchester, Virginia

Tracking Code

3041-306

Shenandoah University''s Payroll Department is accepting applications for a Payroll Specialist. This is a salaried, benefitted position located in the Bowman building in Winchester, VA.

The Payroll Specialist position is a member of the Finance team and is responsible for processing payroll for employees and maintaining the integrity of the payroll liability accounts. The Payroll Specialist is required to work effectively across the University community, frequently responding to inquiries or exchanging information while performing this position.

Responsibilities:

• Processes assigned student payroll cycles, reviews student timecards, maintains employee tax withholding compliance, and serves as the primary point of contact for student employees and their supervisors, as well as other payroll-related tasks as assigned.
• Compiles, processes and validates bi-weekly payrolls; checks and adjusts payroll calculations to ensure payment to all employees is accurate and timely.
• Prepares payroll reports by collecting, analyzing, summarizing, and balancing information from timekeeping system
• Receives, processes, and maintains records on various payroll issues such as garnishments and benefits deduction adjustments. Reconciles all payroll records as necessary. Processes pay
• Adjustments, and other payroll actions as necessary.

Required Skills

Skills and Abilities:

• Detail-oriented, accurate, organized and efficient.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle information in a confidential and professional manner.
• Ability to work independently, handle large volumes of work, determine daily priorities and multi-task with frequent interruptions.

Required Qualifications:

• This entry-level position requires a Bachelor''s Degree from four-year College or University. Bi-lingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience working in a college or university environment

How to Apply:

The complete application will include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until a qualified candidate is selected.

Note: A pre-employment background check will be required, and a satisfactory driving record may be required as a condition of hire.

Authorized to work in the United States is a pre-condition of employment. At this time, Shenandoah University is not in a position to sponsor international visas.

Shenandoah University values individuals and communities'' unique and diverse perspectives locally and globally. It seeks to foster mutual understanding in an inviting community where individuals are welcome and respected. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran's status, or on any other basis protected under applicable law.

Salary Range

$40,000.00 - $42,500.00

Salary Type

Not Applicable