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Our Opportunity:

The Faculty Payroll Administrator will provide support to Purdue University Global. Building on
Purdue University’s mission to provide greater access to affordable, high-quality education, Purdue University Global is a public, nonprofit
institution offering a world-class education online.


Job Summary:

The Faculty Scheduling and Pay Systems
Coordinator is responsible for the seamless integration of scheduling and adjunct faculty payroll operations. This role serves as a vital
link between academic scheduling and adjunct payroll execution, requiring a deep understanding of scheduling workflows, pay systems, and the
underlying data that connects them. The Coordinator is actively involved in the scheduling workflow and consults regularly with scheduling
managers to ensure faculty assignments are accurately captured at the source. This role is responsible for preparing, auditing, and
reporting biweekly adjunct payroll, including processing additional-duty payments. To maintain data integrity, the Coordinator conducts
term-start audits and regularly performs systems audits to ensure alignment of employee data across all platforms. By issuing letters of
engagement that clearly outline faculty compensation, this position maintains operational excellence and ensures a high-quality service
experience for Purdue Global Faculty through a strong emphasis on oversight, consistency, and the continuous improvement of payroll
operations.

What to expect in this role:


  • Payroll Processing and Reporting:
    • Oversees the accurate
      and timely production of biweekly adjunct faculty payroll processing and additional duty payment for full-time faculty or other
      staff.
    • Ensures that Faculty Operations meets all deadlines and is compliant with established Purdue Global payroll
      guidelines.
    • Consults on matters related to faculty payment processing and advises the payroll team of complex and/or irregular
      transactions or deviations from the normal pay process.
    • Prepares and distributes the monthly accrual report, biweekly payroll files,
      and dean’s dashboard.

  • Auditing and Process Management:
    • Completes monthly and term audits to ensure process
      consistency and reduce potential pay-related errors.
    • Conducts software data comparison audits to ensure data consistency across
      systems.
    • Oversees the creation, maintenance, and revision process documentation and Quick Reference Guides (QRG’s) for adjunct
      payroll.
    • Develop and continuously update auditing processes to ensure continuous improvements in payroll accuracy and
      efficiency.

  • Communication and Support:
    • Issue a letter of engagement notifying faculty of their term compensation
      for each term and Biweekly for NFO payments.
    • Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure faculty are compensated correctly and on
      time.
    • Responds to faculty pay inquiries, collaborating with Faculty Operations and payroll to resolve issues in a timely
      manner.

  • Performs other duties, special projects, or initiatives as assigned or required for changing business
    processes.

Experience required:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, accounting, or math
    related fields.
  • Minimum 4 years working in related business operations, accounting, payroll or a related position with demonstrated
    experience in the review and analysis of complex data scenarios.
    • Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may substitute
      for minimum education requirements.


What we’re looking for:


  • Demonstrated proficiency with
    MS Office suite software, such as MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint, as well as Google applications such as Gmail, Chat and
    Hangout.
  • Excellent numerical skills with the ability to process complex data, numbers and calculations.
  • Ability to work
    independently with minimal supervision, balance competing demands for time, and prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
  • Effective
    oral and written communication skills, with the ability to adapt communication style and method to suit different audiences.
  • Must be
    organized with exceptional time management skills.
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage and prioritize workload during
    high-pressure, high-volume workload periods.
  • Ability to identify priorities, recognize and resolve or refer
    problems.
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
  • Capable of building strong working
    relationships across teams, departments and Schools.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with a
    professional demeanor with people at all levels within the organization.

Additional Information:

  • The
    target salary is $60,000-$65,000. Learn more about our benefits here
  • A cover letter
    is required as part of your application for this role.
  • The priority application deadline is Friday, May 8. After
    the priority deadline, the job posting may be closed. Applications submitted after the priority date may or may not be
    considered
  • Please note that this is a remote position.
  • Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this
    position.
  • A background check is required for employment in this position.
  • We ask that our remote employees have access to a
    reliable internet connection and a dedicated, properly equipped workspace that is free of distractions. You may wish to review the Purdue Virtual Meeting
    Professional Standards
    .
  • FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
  • Purdue Global is an EEO/AA employer. Our goal is to
    recruit and retain talent from a broad pool of applicants. Purdue Global celebrates a variety of perspectives, experiences, and skills to
    support a success-focused environment for employees and students. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business
    needs. All are encouraged to apply.


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