Payroll Analyst, Business Services

Payroll Analyst, Business Services

The University of Montana, invites applications for a Payroll Analyst in Business Services.

Responsibilities: *for additional responsibilities, please click the link at the bottom of the page

• Generate, review, and distribute payroll reports to ensure data
• Analyze payroll system logs and reports to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve data, accounting, and processing discrepancies
• Support payroll compliance by validating payroll transactions, maintaining production records, and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements
• Perform account reconciliations, investigate variances, and coordinate corrective adjustments to maintain accurate financial record
• Manage ACH and direct deposit transactions, resolve payment issues, and assist with required reporting to external agencies and benefit vendors
• Maintain payroll procedures, provide backup support for payroll staff, and perform additional payroll and accounting duties as needed

Minimum Qualifications: *for additional qualifications, please click the link at the bottom of the page

• High School diploma and two (2) years of directly related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to review transactions, identify errors, and implement appropriate corrective actions
• Proficiency in using complex payroll and accounting systems, with the capacity to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• High level of discretion, professionalism, and integrity in handling sensitive and confidential payroll information
• Experience in developing and maintaining spreadsheets and reports for tracking, analyzing, and reconciling payroll data
• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills to investigate and resolve payroll-related discrepancies efficiently

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems or a related field
• Minimum of two (2) year of payroll experience, preferably in a higher education or public-sector environment

Position Details:

• Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 Hours a week, Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Probationary Period: Six (6) months minimum
• Benefits Include: Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

For application instructions, required application materials, and to learn more about UM and Missoula, please visit and apply at Payroll Analyst, Business Services.

University of Montana is an equal opportunity/ADA/Veteran’s Preference Employer

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