Payroll Specialist

Overview

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing payroll and maintaining the employee database regarding salary, pay and timekeeping systems.

Why work for DePaul?

• Make a positive difference in someone's life
• Supportive work environment
• We value diversity
• Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
• Excellent benefits and competitive wages
• Pay range for this position is $22.00-$24.00/hour

• Respects and maintains customer confidentiality. Demonstrates a positive and caring attitude towards all customers and staff. Responds to payroll-related inquiries and resolves concerns.
• Prepares bi-weekly payrolls for corporations under the DePaul Umbrella. This includes collecting all related information, timesheet auditing and corrections, maintaining employee database, tracking deductions, and any other necessary calculations.
• Accurately input payroll data into Payroll System and Time & Attendance system. This includes permanent and one-time changes, retroactive adjustments, and edits in time and attendance system.
• Responsible for computing manual checks and ensuring manual checks are entered into the Payroll system. Responsible for processing stop payments and ensuring that they are entered in the system.
• Oversees garnishees. Receives income executions, notifies staff, and tracks deductions.
• Responsible for year end payroll procedures, and any audits internal or external.
• Prepares Payroll Reconciliation and assists accounting for reconciling items.
• Runs standard payroll reports and creates reports for Accounting, Program Directors, and management.
• Proofs other DePaul payrolls.
• Assists with PTO and NYS Sick & Safe adjustments.
• Serves as backup to others in the payroll department.
• Serves as a resource to HR/Payroll team as well as other DePaul departments.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Education:

High School Diploma required; college education preferred

Experience:

Minimum of 3-years' experience in Payroll

Skills:

Attention to detail, Microsoft Office experience, accounting skills, ADP experience preferred, verbal and written communication skills, flexibility, ability to multi-task, organizational skills, and ability to work with a team.

This position is eligible for the following benefits:
Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, 403B Employer Match, Employee Discount Programs, Free Parking and Staff Recognition Programs.