University HR Payroll Coordinator

Datrose • (Hybrid) New York, NY

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented University HR Payroll Coordinator to join the University Office of Human Resources (UHR). at CUNY for a contract position. This role supports payroll operations for approximately 40,000 full-time and part-time employees across the University system and serves as a critical liaison between campus payroll teams and external government agencies. Reporting to the University HR Payroll Manager, the HR Payroll Coordinator will work independently in a confidential capacity to support payroll administration, policy implementation, compliance efforts, and collective bargaining agreement provisions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of federal, New York State, and New York City payroll laws and regulations.
• Experience with NYC or NYS payroll systems, including job classifications, title structures, and coding systems.
• Strong analytical, technical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience creating and running queries in: New York State OSC PSQuery (PeopleSoft), NYC CHRMS query systems
• Proficiency with: Microsoft Excel (advanced preferred), Microsoft Word, Access, SharePoint, Dropbox, Microsoft Teams, Zoom
• HRIS and payroll systems
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders across all organizational levels.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process payroll in accordance with University policies, regulations, and applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• Conduct payroll analyses, audits, and reporting to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for complex payroll transactions, including: Tax form corrections, Replacement paycheck requests, Refund checks to New York State and New York City, Correction of duplicate payments, Recalculate payments, deductions, and taxes to ensure accurate employee compensation.
• Prioritize and manage workflow while auditing and transmitting payroll data from multiple University entities.
• Review and apply payroll policies, procedures, and collective bargaining provisions.
• Partner with Human Resources Business Partners across the University to support payroll compliance.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, customer service, and client interactions.
• Resolve payroll-related concerns and employee inquiries with professionalism and sound judgment.
• Review and implement Payroll Bulletins issued by New York State and New York City.
• Assist management with payroll audits and compliance reviews.
• Conduct detailed reviews to support the timely implementation of Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• Provide technical payroll guidance and customer support to campus employees and supervisors.
• Audit college payrolls, identify discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization while supporting critical payroll operations that impact thousands of employees across the University system.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level