Payroll Specialist

ASU Enterprise Partners•Scottsdale, AZ

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for assisting in the day-to-day operations of our payroll and benefit programs, in addition to providing excellent customer service to our customers. Under the direction of the Assistant VP of Total Rewards, this person assists in processing multi-company payrolls and performs a variety of other payroll/benefits functions.

Requirements

Collaborative style, combined with the ability and desire to work in a team-based environment
Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and responsibility regarding information related to Enterprise Partners, its subsidiaries and University business and confidential prospect information
Strong and collegial interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively in person, in writing, and by phone
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Problem solver who can take initiative and set priorities while being flexible
Team-oriented strategist able to effectively manage complex situations involving numerous and sometimes competing constituencies
Ability to represent the institution well
Attention to detail and thoroughness in completing assigned duties
Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects
Adept at navigating complex environments with evolving priorities and communication plans
Advanced knowledge with Microsoft Suite of applications including Word, Excel, Outlook
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively in person, writing, and by phone
Bachelor's degree in related field
Three (3) years of relevant experience
Or the equivalent education and work experience

Nice To Haves

Workday payroll experience
Advanced Excel (pivot tables, v-lookups)

Responsibilities

Processes employee data (new hires, terminations, employee changes) in HRIS/Payroll system
Inputs payroll data directly in Workday to produce accurate and timely payroll and payroll changes
Assists in preparing payroll accurately and in timely manner
Assists employees with inquiries regarding payroll, time reporting, and company benefits programs
Manages time reporting in HRIS/Payroll system
Calculates final pay and deductions for terminated employees
Maintains personnel/payroll files and other confidential records in accordance with record retention guidelines
Reconciles monthly benefit invoices
Processes disbursement requests for vendor invoices and other payroll and benefit related payments
Maintains current knowledge of applicable state and federal wage and hour laws
Provides customer service to internal and external customers
Assists with day-to-day payroll and benefits administration, year-end reconciliations, postings and other year-end and quarter-end activities
Provides support and backup for the Sr. Payroll Administrator