Job Description

Posting Details

Position Information



Posting Number
S04461P


Position Title
Director of Payroll Services -Remote - (S04461P)


Department
Accounting Services


Location
Arlington


Job Family
Finance/Accounting


Position Status
Full-time


Work Hours
Standard


Work Schedule
Monday-Friday; 8:00 am-5:00 pm.
Remote work options possible upon leadership approval and requires employee to live in the Texas region, have access to a computer, internet, and the ability to work independently.


Open to
External and Internal


FLSA



Salary
Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.


Duration
Funding expected to continue


Pay Basis
Monthly


Benefits Eligible
Yes


Job Summary
The Director manages and directs the activities related to all aspects of payroll operations, including ensuring employees are paid timely and accurately and ensuring that all payments, payroll tax reporting, and benefit reimbursements are made in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations as well as University and System procedures and policies.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct the operational units of payroll including ensuring employees are paid timely and accurately.
• Oversee the accurate withholding of deduction and submission of all payroll reports, including payroll tax, HRIS, TRS, ORP and other deductions such as garnishments, child support, IRS tax levies, and USAS benefit reimbursements.
• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the development and improvement of processes pertaining to payroll operations and internal control which include assessing and mitigating risk to an acceptable tolerance.
• Direct monitoring and reporting of noncompliance monthly.
• Provide supervision, instruction, development and training to staff and evaluates staff.
• Provide advice, interpretation and guidance to administration and other employees on payroll state and federal laws and regulations.
• Review and maintain UTA\xe2\x80\x99s payroll policies and procedures in accordance with UT System, State and Federal requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain departmental procedures that align with UT System, state and federal regulations and best practices.
• Ensure that payroll accounting entries are generated and reconciled with outstanding items clearing timely.
• Oversee non-resident alien compliance documentation and address and resolve related tax issues.
• Participate in System-wide committees as well as University committees to improve technology and processes.
• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Work collaboratively with key university stakeholders in the office of Talent, Culture, and Inclusion, Business Affairs, and other Administrative and Academic Departments to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws as well as institutional policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five (5) years experience in a leadership role within a payroll department.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in higher education and experience with PeopleSoft HCM and Finance.




Working Conditions



Special Conditions for Eligibility



Working Title



EEO Statement UTA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Additionally, the University prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of sexual orientation. A criminal background check will be conducted on finalists. The UTA is a tobacco free campus.


Posting Detail Information



Number of Vacancies
1


Desired Start Date



Open Date



Review Start Date



Open Until Filled
Yes


Minimum Number of References Required
3


Maximum Number of References Accepted



Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: no problem.
Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties andEducation: school name, degree type, and major.

Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• How many years of experience do you have in payroll?
  • None/less than 3 years
  • 3 to 4 years
  • 5 to 6 years
  • 7 years or more

• What is your skill level using PeopleSoft HCM and Finance?
  • No skills/ Basic
  • Intermediate
  • Advanced
  • Proficient

• What is your skill level using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc)? (Proficient is the highest skill level)
  • No skills/Basic
  • Intermediate
  • Advanced
  • Proficient

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume or CV

• Cover/Interest Letter

Optional Documents

• Transcripts