Payroll Practitioner III

: Ypsilanti, Michigan, United States Business and Finance Business & Finance Staff Full Time Opening on: Jan 19 2024 Closing on: Feb 3 2024 Employee Classification: CS Pay Grade: CS 07 Division: Business and Finance Department: Controller Campus Location: Main Campus General Summary Review, calculate, and audit payroll transactions for assigned payrolls. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Calculate per pay amounts over the required number of payments left in the semester for entry in the system. Analyze and correct processing errors prior to the transmission of payroll to ensure accurate payments. Audit any changes entered in the payroll system. Calculate and process retro payments. Analyze payroll data received from other departments to determine the necessary steps that ensure an accurate payroll for the University. Process off-cycle requests. Calculate payouts for severance, sick, and vacation. Perform liaison functions with other business offices to facilitate problem-solving. Provide assistance to faculty and staff members with questions regarding payroll checks. Prepare posting information to transfer expenses for all account and appointment changes. Works closely with all levels within the organization as needed. Perform related Departmental duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: A combination of education and experience typically acquired by completion of a Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, or related field. Three years of previous payroll processing experience within the last five years is required. Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is required. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in Higher Education is desired. A Certified Payroll Professional is desirable. Knowledge of Microsoft Access or Crystal Reports software is desirable. Appointment Percentage: 100%