Johnson And Wales University Providence , RI 02940
Posted 4 weeks ago
Summary
Processes employee payrolls in compliance with university policies and procedures and applicable payroll regulations and handles various payroll reporting
Diversity and Inclusion
Embracing diversity for a richly inclusive community is a Guiding Principle at JWU. Our students, faculty and staff have varied backgrounds, experiences and perspectives that unite us as one community and contribute to our success. We are committed to enhancing the diversity of our workforce teams and we encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.
Johnson & Wales University is an equal opportunity employer. The university does not illegally discriminate on the basis of any protected class. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, familial status, gender or gender identity, genetic information, military service, national origin, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Essential Job Functions
Processes payroll for scheduled pay periods and maintains appropriate payroll records
Compiles, verifies, maintains, and updates payroll, benefits (e.g. insurance coverage) deductions, rate changes, and other employee payroll data
Prepares input forms, enters data into the payroll system, and compiles other periodic reports on earnings, taxes, and deductions
Processes payments to external vendors and generates re-issued payroll checks
Compiles employee demographic and wage data and completes various statistical surveys, including IPEDS reporting
Provides wage and employee verification information to state and federal agencies (e.g. Department of Labor, Social Security Administration), and other outside entities (banks, housing, etc.) as requested and files forms in a timely manner
Assists with payroll accounting functions, including payroll audits, and
the requisition process for various invoices or requests to contribute accounting data towards creating the next fiscal year budget
Researches and responds to legal requests for subpoenaed documents and other employee-related information, as well as information relating to garnishment orders
Responds to employee, managers, and external party inquiries related to payroll (e.g. paid time off balances, time record discrepancies, employment verification) and completes payroll investigations in a professional and courteous manner
Maintains employee attendance and paid time off records in compliance with university policy
Generates various payroll reports, as requested
Performs other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Minimum of an associate's degree or a combination of education/certification(s) and/or experience suitable for the position
Moderate amount of experience working in payroll, general accounting or other related experience
Please note: Qualified candidates must live or relocate within a daily commuting distance of the Providence Campus location upon hire.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until job posting is closed.
Johnson And Wales University