Human Resources Associate - Payroll

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This position is not eligible for new sponsorship.

Announcement Number

Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 26336

Join our dynamic and detail-oriented Payroll Services team at Montana State University and contribute to a collaborative environment focused on accuracy and exceptional service.

Position Number

Position Number 4M1329

Department

Department HR Benefits & Payroll Services

Division

Division Administration

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Classified

Contract Term

Contract Term Fiscal Year

Semester

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FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Affiliation

Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining

FTE

FTE 1.0

Benefits Eligible

Salary $28.00 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications. The rate for current MSU employees will be determined by the Staff Compensation Plan.

Contract Type

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Recruitment Type

Recruitment Type Open

University Human Resources takes pride in and is enthusiastic about supporting the University’s mission and strategic plan by providing professional and dedicated leadership, guidance, and administration of classification, recruitment, payroll, benefits, and employee/labor relations to the Montana State University Bozeman campus, Agricultural Experiment Stations, and Extension Service.

As a Payroll Associate, you will be a valued team member providing exceptional support and customer service. Your responsibilities will include assisting with payroll inquiries, maintaining spreadsheets, and utilizing Banner. Under direct supervision, the Payroll Associate supports University Human Resources, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while delivering exceptional customer service.

Under direct supervision, the Payroll Associate supports University Human Resources, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while delivering exceptional customer service.

• Process garnishments, fees, and deductions according to government regulations.
• Reconcile leave balances and pay history.
• Review and process Electronic Personnel Action Forms ( EPAF ) and enter relevant data.
• Process payments for various third-party vendors.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for Payroll Services, answering inquiries and providing assistance.
• Train and educate groups of people with various levels of understanding on payroll-related topics.

• Maintain accurate records and databases.
• Assist with various administrative tasks as needed to support the department’s mission.

• Numerical Accuracy:
  Ability to analyze numerical data and accurately process transactions.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Experience using computers and various software packages.
• Communication:
  Proven ability to effectively interpret and convey complex information, procedures, and directions in written and verbal formats (in-person, telephone, and business correspondence) to all audiences positively and professionally

• Experience in a human resource environment and/or knowledge of human resource procedures, practices, policies, and laws.
• Experience in payroll processing.

• Ability to effectively and confidently communicate complex concepts, verbally and in writing, to all audiences with varied levels of understanding in one-on-one and group settings.
• Ability to handle difficult situations professionally and maintain composure under pressure.

• Thrives in independent and collaborative…