Analyst Sr Payroll

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This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

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The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.

The Senior Analyst, Payroll provides advanced functional support for the organization's automated payroll systems and processes. The Senior Analyst serves as a key liaison between the Office of Human Resources (OHR) Payroll department and the Office of Technology Services (OTS) to streamline workflows, implement system efficiencies, resolve functional and technical issues, and lead efforts to diagnose and resolve system errors to ensure optimal system performance.

• Reviews and analyzes payroll processes, system functionality, and workflow efficiency; recommends and implements enhancements to support automation and minimize manual intervention
• Collaborates with OTS and other key stakeholders to develop, test, and deploy system improvements, ensuring alignment with operational and compliance requirements
• Collaborates with other OHR departments to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in HR processes
• Provides subject matter expertise for ongoing payroll production activities, system enhancements, and major system upgrades, including configuration and validation tasks
• Leads the identification, research, and resolution of payroll system errors, ensuring timely correction and prevention of recurring issues
• Creates, reviews, and validates payroll audit reports and reconciliations for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements
• Conducts data integrity audits between HCM, FSM, and payroll outputs to ensure accurate calculations and reporting
• Develops, maintains, and executes queries and reports to extract payroll data from HCM, supporting analysis, troubleshooting, and decision-making
• Designs and delivers training, documentation, and support to internal stakeholders on payroll processes, system functionality, enhancements, and best practices
• Represents the department on cross-functional committees and working groups, ensuring departmental needs are met while upholding payroll accuracy, data integrity, and compliance standards
• Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned

• Knowledge of People Soft HCM system modules
• Knowledge of SQL, various databases and other technical applications
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team with OTS, Payroll, HR and Division Operations Managers
• Ability to be flexible to changing priorities
• Ability to respond to problems and identify solutions

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

The environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions typical of such places as classrooms, offices, meeting and training rooms, and libraries, College-owned vehicles. This requires use of safe work practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, observance of fire regulations and traffic signals. The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated.

• Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Experience working in higher education

• Experience using People Soft

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)

• Professional in Human Resources (PHR), SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), or higher

Hiring salary range is: $72,821 - $83,744

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.