Payroll Analyst

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu).

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Experience working in higher education. Bachelor's degree preferred.

The Payroll Analyst position is part of a customer-focused team responsible for oversight and processing of the University of Georgia ( UGA) payroll (approximately 25,500 W-2s generated). Responsibilities include preparation, updating and maintaining payroll related records, data files for payroll processing, as well as resolution of payroll issues and customer service. This position will prepare the biweekly and monthly payrolls by analyzing queries and reports in the OneUSG Connect system and resolving any issues. This position will notify distributed departments of payroll errors and determine the best path to resolution. Responsibilities also include updating and maintaining Time Reporter data, proactively analyzing system data to determine pay inconsistencies, assisting with the process of biweekly overpayments and retro pays, troubleshooting timeclock issues, and working with both distributed units at UGA and Payroll Analysts at the University System of Georgia Shared Services Center ( SSC) to resolve any payroll related errors on the biweekly payroll.

This position must be flexible and have the ability to be productive in a high-stress, fast-paced environment and meet stringent production deadlines. This position coordinates between The University System of Georgia ( USG), the Shared Services Center ( SSC), and UGA distributed departments regarding payroll related issues including: time and labor payroll processing, time reporter data updates, and general time reporting questions.

* Ability to plan, organize and schedule duties to meet rigid deadlines and changing priorities

* Detail-oriented, with strong interpersonal and collaborative work style and ability to develop effective working relationships and demonstrate commitment to being a team player

* Ability to work with highly confidential and sensitive information

* Excellent organizational and time management skills

* Proficient to advanced experience with Microsoft applications

* Excellent research and problem-solving skills

* Verbal and written communication skills

* Customer Service Skills
* Knowledge of practices and procedures related to payroll administration

* Experience with PeopleSoft based HCM software, or other HRMS software programs

* Experience processing payroll in a Higher Education setting

Physically perform normal office duties.

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Run and analyze queries and reports to process the biweekly and monthly payrolls. Find errors and resolve all issues prior to confirming payroll. Contact distributed departments to inform them of corrections that are made.

Assist Senior Financial Accountant with the Retro Pay and Overpayment process for biweekly payrolls. Assist in calculations and ensure payments are processed correctly on employee paychecks.

Research and answer questions from distributed departments using both the Team Dynamix and Service Now ticketing systems. Monitor payroll tickets to ensure all tickets are resolved in a timely manner, or are assigned to the appropriate resource.

Assist with troubleshooting timeclock issues across campus.

Run reports and queries to monitor Time Reporter Data to ensure all employees are set up correctly in OneUSG Connect. Proactively analyze Time Reporter Data compared with Job Data to avoid payroll errors.