This position is responsible for processing and maintaining payroll records involving employee earnings, taxes, and deductions. The position performs duties and tasks necessary to prepare and process biweekly payrolls in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and university policies. This position is the primary processor of requests for off-cycle paychecks and performs activities necessary to ensure nonresident alien tax compliance. The incumbent must have proficient communication, customer service, and computer skills and demonstrate discretion in dealing with confidential information.
What You'll Need:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or human resources is required.
- 3 years previous payroll or related experience is required.
- Prior experience with Oracle Cloud or similar HRIS system is preferred.
- Knowledge of tax, auditing, garnishment, union payroll administration, nonresident alien taxation, and/or internal controls is preferred.
- Higher education experience is preferred.
- Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred
- Computer utilization requires manual dexterity. Near vision is required.
- Ability to communicate with clarity, tact, and courtesy, and demonstrate judgement and discretion in the sharing of sensitive
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment
- Ability to learn, understand, and utilize ERP software at an advanced level
- Ability to explain complex topics to customers
- Advanced spreadsheet, database, and word processing skills
- Customer service skillsConscientiousness/dependability
- Highly organized and detail-oriented in order to track, manage, and resolve multiple open issues in a timely, efficient, and accurate manner
- Knowledge of payroll laws and regulations
- Knowledge of tax, auditing, internal control, and/or Sarbanes/Oxley concepts
- Math/computational skills
- Teamwork/collaboration skills
- Time management skills
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Occasional evening overtime may be necessary on payroll weeks and during periods of high volume data processing.
Perks:
- Working for a stable and well-known University that values diversity and inclusion.
- Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Retirement plan matching contribution of 10%.
- Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
- Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more!
- Full-Time Benefits
For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement:
Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.
Required Background Check:
Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check.
Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse & Neglect:
Upon accepting an offer of employment with the university, you will also be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status at the time of hire. A mandated reporter is required to make a report to the Illinois DCFS Hotline whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child known to them in their professional or official capacity may be abused or neglected. For more information, please visit the following pages:
Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS)
Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act
DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.