Payroll Processing Supervisor

Position Number: 00536A

Department: FINANCE OFFICE

Job Description

The primary objective of this position is to perform the full range of payroll processing activities to include calculation, preparation, processing, and reconciliation of the semi-monthly payroll in an accurate and timely manner. While performing these activities one must follow all University policies and procedures, the Commonwealth of Virginia policies, Federal and State tax laws, garnishment laws and other regulations as required.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Working knowledge of payroll policies and procedures. Experience processing payroll in an automated payroll system. Working knowledge of payroll tax regulations, wage-hour regulations, state and federal tax laws, garnishment laws and regulations concerning payroll calculations. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Working knowledge of computerized accounting systems. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Demonstrated ability to perform complex mathematical computations. Demonstrated ability to perform duties under pressure and meet deadlines. Experience supervising staff.

Special licenses, registration or certification

None

Education or training

None

Level and type of experience

Considerable experience processing full payrolls in an automated accounting systems. Considerable experience working with Payroll Federal and State tax laws. Prior working experience in a supervisory role.

Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)

Some experience working with Banner software. Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field; Equivalent level of training or work experience may be substituted.

Conditions of Employment

Overtime is required during peak periods

This position is designated as sensitive. A fingerprint-based criminal history check will be required of the final candidate.

This is an open until filled recruitment. This recruitment may close after the five-day required posting period when a suitable pool of applicants has been generated.

Annual Salary/Hourly Rate: Salary commensurate with education and experience

Job Requisition Number: S03250

Alternative Hiring Process

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process.

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter.

To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.