Payroll Associate

Faulkner University is seeking a qualified individual to serve as Payroll Associate for the Human Resources Department. The selected individual is responsible for processing bi-weekly payrolls for the university while maintaining compliance with university policies and federal, state and local tax regulations. This position provides operational support to the Payroll Coordinator to ensure accurate, timely, and efficient payroll processing.  We are seeking a candidate who desires to be part of a team that strives to provide excellent service to others. Faulkner University is a Christian university affiliated with the churches of Christ.

This is a full-time (40 hours per week) position.

Summary of Duties:

• Process biweekly payrolls - primarily focusing on payroll for student workers; involves review of timecards, taxes and deductions for accuracy
• Work closely with the Payroll Coordinator to support day-to-day payroll functions, maintaining accurate documentation 
• Enter and process payroll and assignment changes for student workers
• Review unemployment claims and process Department of Industrial Relations billing
• Process payroll transactions which includes calculations and record keeping for taxable fringe benefits
• Maintain compliance with government and university onboarding requirements and reporting for new employees
• Prepare account payables for the department on a monthly basis
• Perform ongoing updates on various department reports utilizing Excel regularly for job performance
• Provide support to employees on all payroll related questions and general information pertaining to policies and procedures
• Assist with special projects and other administrative duties related to human resources

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED with related experience required; Bachelor's degree preferred 
• Payroll related experience preferred; proficiency in Microsoft Excel required
• Active member of the church of Christ

For initial application submit:

• Resume
• Cover letter

Employment is conditional upon a satisfactory background check and verification of work authorization through E-Verify.

Non-discrimination statement: Faulkner University is a church-affiliated liberal arts institution committed to employing a highly qualified and diverse administration, faculty and staff, which reflects the University's religious traditions, values and affiliation, and purpose. Thus, the institution invites individuals affiliated with the churches of Christ to submit applications regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, marital status, or disability. Faulkner University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, marital status, or disability in connection with its educational policies, admissions, financial aid, employment, educational programs, or activities. However, Faulkner University exercises a preference in employment for those qualified applicants who are members of the churches of Christ whose lifestyles are consistent with the mission of the University and with the beliefs and values of the churches of Christ. For more information, please visit our website: www.faulkner.edu