Payroll Financial Analyst

The University of Kansas Health System•Lenexa, KS

20h

About The Position

Demonstrates knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Financial Analysis, and Report Design. Has the ability to take the lead in assigned projects with minimal or no direction to a successful conclusion. Coordinates and is responsible for ongoing testing, implementation and upgrades with the UKG Pro WFM timekeeping, Workday payroll software systems, and BSI tax software ensuring the integrity and accuracy of the systems. Acts as a resource for colleagues in the payroll department as well as health system management. Works closely with the Information Technology and Human Resources department as well as outside vendors.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Accounting, IT or related business field from an accredited college or university OR equivalent of 5 years of related work experience in human resources and/or payroll or a combination of education and work experience may be considered, if there is demonstrated expertise and intellectual knowledge.
High School Graduate
3 or more years of payroll experience in large corporation.
Experience in general ledger reconciliation.
Demonstrated knowledge in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Demonstrated knowledge of report design through use of report writers, spreadsheets, and database software (SSRS/SQL/Access/etc) preferred.

Nice To Haves

Experience in installing and/or updating a payroll system.
Experience in Healthcare environment.
American Payroll Association Certification.

Responsibilities

Coordinates and is responsible for the testing and implementation of Workday and UKG upgrades, patches, new work rules, new benefit plans, new pay codes, etc. to ensure the integrity and accuracy of the systems.
Works directly with Hospital Information Technology Services with regard to troubleshooting, upgrades, patches, etc.
Coordinates and is responsible for testing and implementing regularly scheduled BSI tax updates as well as updates related to fiscal yearend tax reporting.
Demonstrated knowledge in database report writing to be able to create new as well as modify and run existing reports.
Responsible for producing reports/queries such as multiple monthly health reports, quarterly MAC retirement listing, Q65 and Q66 tax related queries, etc.
Demonstrates knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to ensure audits go smoothly.
Ensures payroll accounts are reconciled to the general ledger and journal entries comply with GAAP.
Coordinates payroll bank reconciliation with cash accountant when needed.
Coordinates and is responsible for data entry and accuracy of authorized payroll adjustments into both UKG and Workday resulting in synchronized timekeeping and payroll systems related to FMLA.
Performs complex calculations such as FTE/wage retros and corrections involving work locations that have differing state and/or local tax withholdings.
Reviews PTO payout checks prior to distribution to ensure accuracy.
Acts as a resource for colleagues for UKG Timekeeping and Workday software questions. And is a resource for health system management.
Assists employees with their questions.
Handles special assignments, projects and other duties as assigned, all within Payroll’s deadlines.
Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.