Texas A&M University - Texarkana
Payroll&LeaveAdministrator
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“Payroll & Leave Administrator at Texas A&M University - Texarkana. Skills: Payroll administration, Leave administration. Performs payroll and leave administration for the University. Performs general administrative and support activities”
Industry & Context.
Proactive approach to problem-solving
Ability to occasionally travel, Ability to work beyond normal business hours, Ability to maintain confidentiality, Security-sensitive positions, Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, Employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience, Two years of related experience, Ability to occasionally travel and work beyond normal business hours, Ability to maintain confidentiality, Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others, Excellent communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills, Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications, Knowledge of HR concepts, principles, and practices
Nice to Have
Master’s degree in related discipline from an accredited institution, Specialized human resources training and/or certification, Three (3) or more years’ experience in payroll administration, Experience with automated Payroll/Leave/Human Capital Management systems, Workday, advanced Excel and/or forms development experience, Knowledge of State of Texas payroll, leave and/or classification and compensation administration, Knowledge of Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Proactive approach to problem-solving and service delivery
What You'll Do.
Performs payroll and leave administration for the University
Performs general administrative and support activities
Employee classification
Multiple employment flexible work external employment compliance
Assists with staffing actions
and event administration
Acts as the primary liaison between Texas A&M University-Texarkana and Texas A&M University (TAMU) for the shared services agreement to perform certain payroll and tax compliance operations
Prompts HR Contacts to review and approve bi-weekly and monthly departmental payroll reports and ensures biweekly paid/non-exempt staff meet time entry deadlines
Runs payroll and related leave reports to ensure prompt and accurate biweekly/monthly payroll and implements appropriate payroll corrections
Enters Payroll Cost Transfers (PCTs) as appropriate and works closely with the accounting department to reconcile payroll accounts and assists departments in reconciling payroll discrepancies
Responsible for all payroll/leave related reporting
but not limited to Teacher Retirement System (TRS) monthly reporting and annual required emergency leave reports
Comply with tax compliance processes regarding the hiring of foreign nationals
Initiates and administers payroll deduction processes and reporting
including but not limited to Save for Summer
and charitable contributions
Ensures Border City Exemption provisions
are set up accurately and may troubleshoot issues with tax compliance in accordance with the shared services agreement
Coordinates student FICA exemption process and administers corrections as appropriate
Aids and trains HR Contacts and supervisors regarding time entries and approvals
Administers Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Sick Leave Pool/Donation
Responsible for processing
and distributing manual/paper checks as required and promoting direct deposit through individual training sessions and written communications
Maintains payroll and leave webpages
including updated pay schedules and related forms
Provides guidance and effectively communicates payroll and leave programs
and policies to employees
Determines and recommends appropriate classification and compensation for new and existing positions and may conduct salary surveys for faculty & staff
Completes and reviews employment verification requests
state service and the Public Service School Loan Forgiveness (PLSF) program
Cross trains regarding specialized human resource functions in an assigned area
classification and compensation
Attends human resources training and/or informational meetings
Provides general HR support in processing actions in Workday
including onboarding functions
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Works closely with the accounting department to reconcile payroll accounts; Aids and trains HR Contacts and supervisors regarding time entries and approvals, payroll schedules, reports, and inputs; Works cooperatively with others
Communication Scope
Excellent communication skills; Provides guidance and effectively communicates payroll and leave programs, practices, and policies to employees
Full Job Description
**Job Title** Payroll & Leave Administrator **Agency** Texas A&M University - Texarkana **Department** Human Resources **Proposed Minimum Salary** Commensurate **Job Location** Texarkana, Texas **Job Type** Staff **Job Description** The Payroll & Leave Administrator, under general supervision primarily performs payroll and leave administration for the University. This position also performs general administrative and support activities, including employee verifications; classification and compensation; multiple employment administration; flexible work arrangements; external employment compliance, and assists with staffing actions, employee relations, and event administration. ** _ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:_** _**Payroll & Leave Administration**_ * Acts as the primary liaison between Texas A&M University-Texarkana and Texas A&M University (TAMU) for the shared services agreement to perform certain payroll and tax compliance operations. * Prompts HR Contacts to review and approve bi-weekly and monthly departmental payroll reports and ensures biweekly paid/non-exempt staff meet time entry deadlines. * Runs payroll and related leave reports to ensure prompt and accurate biweekly/monthly payroll and implements appropriate payroll corrections. * Enters Payroll Cost Transfers (PCTs) as appropriate and works closely with the accounting department to reconcile payroll accounts and assists departments in reconciling payroll discrepancies. * Responsible for all payroll/leave related reporting, including, but not limited to Teacher Retirement System (TRS) monthly reporting and annual required emergency leave reports. * Comply with tax compliance processes regarding the hiring of foreign nationals. * Initiates and administers payroll deduction processes and reporting, including but not limited to Save for Summer, PSC memberships, and charitable contributions. * Ensures Border City Exemption provisions, if applicable, are set up accurately and may troubleshoot issues wi
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