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Job Summary
The Payroll Coordinator acts as the point of contact for customers and assists in answering or directing questions as needed. This position is expected to be knowledgeable in CWU payroll processes and is considered a specialist in Nonresident Alien Taxation. Payroll Coordinator Duties (includes but not limited to)
Interpret and apply rules and regulations to resolve problems; Advise principle investigators, staff and administrators regarding applicable policies and procedures; select/recommend alternative courses of action.
Maintain payroll records; calculate salary and benefit costs; initiate, record and ensure the accuracy of personnel and payroll action documents.
Perform payroll functions and coordinate payroll processes with the financial offices, data processing personnel and major department heads.
Detect and reconcile payroll discrepancies. Validate and enter pay-line adjustments, leave adjustments, pay requests, retro payments, overpayments, benefit corrections, and cash outs.
Calculate and issue off-cycle paychecks, manual checks and check reversals.
Assist in the collection of overpayments including correspondence and specifying repayment terms. Follow through with collection proceedings when payments are not received.
Audits timekeeping records, reports and procedures. Take steps to reinforce compliance with rules and regulations.
Reviews payroll input of Payroll Techs for accuracy; identify errors and provide further instruction and/or training where needed.
Time and Labor Administration Consultant Backup Minimum Qualifications
Solid working knowledge of payroll and fiscal methods.
Proven ability to perform tasks/projects to successful completion with limited supervision.
Ability to organize work to meet departmental expectations of attention to detail, time management and follow-through.
Comprehensive level computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, working within companywide enterprise system, and e-mail proficiency.
Superior customer service skill with the ability to respond to difficult, stressful, or sensitive interpersonal situations in ways that reduce or minimize potential conflict and maintains good working relationships with internal and external customers.
Excellent written communication skills to provide corrections on vocabulary, punctuation, and spelling. Composes professional documents that are clear, concise, and professional in presentation.
Ability to deal sensitively with confidential material.
Demonstrated willingness and/or experience working with students and/or co-workers from a wide range of abilities, backgrounds and experiences.
For a comprehensive list of position requirements and to apply online, please visit: https://careers.cwu.edu (Search Job ID 4246). Screening begins 8/7/2021. Central Washington University is an EEO/AA/Title IX/Veteran/Disability Employer.
