Perform complex administrative payroll duties involved in the preparation and processing of the Duke University and Health System payrolls.
Work Performed
Perform complex administrative duties involved in the preparation and processing of the University and Health System payrolls to ensure timely and accurate delivery of pay.
Process time cards to ensure proper completion and authorization. Review, audit, and verify forms requiring master data changes to ensure regulatory compliance is met. Process iForms transactions accurately based upon payroll schedules.
Coordinate deduction remittances to the appropriate internal and external vendors. Prepare communications to employees/departments in response to specific payroll inquiries. Process payments requiring offcycle adjustments.
Respond to inquiries from federal, state and local agencies and from individuals concerning payroll data, typically answered within 8 business hours; resolve general problems of payroll processing.
Establish and maintain special files in various data bases as required.
Review work of other department payroll representatives and assist in the training of new personnel.
Assist in the preparation of offcycle checks.
Work with other team members to coordinate, prioritize, and organize activities to meet established goals and assigned deadlines.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification.
This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.
Qualifications:
The most competitive candidates will have demonstrated ability in the areas detailed above. In addition, internal Duke experience and knowledge (or understanding of a complex administrative structure) will prove advantageous in this fast-paced environment. A candidate who is detail-oriented, works well in a structured environment, and has strong customer service skills possesses the essential tools to succeed in this position.
Desired Skills:
Analytical Skills
Customer Service
Payroll Experience
Microsoft Office Products
Editing/Proofing
Accounting
Outlook Exchange
ACD Phone System
SAP HR/Payroll
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Work requires knowledge of general accounting principles usually acquired through two years post-secondary education in accounting or a related business field.
Experience
Work generally requires 3 years of experience in an accounting setting to become familiar with the accepted accounting practices involved in maintaining more complex financial records and in verifying, preparing, and processing payrolls.OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
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