40 Payroll Operations jobs in the United States

Payroll Operations Technician

Job Description
Innovation allows an organization to make the most of every dollar spent. At Virginia’s Community Colleges System (VCCS), our compelling mission, our ambitious strategic plan and our fiscal realities challenge us to ensure that community college resources are maximized for the priority of student success and credential completion.

Nestled between the Blue Ridge and Appalachian Mountains, the VCCS Shared Services Center is centrally located to all 23 colleges in the VCCS, 43 miles from Blacksburg, VA, and a four hour drive from Washington, D.C. A vital part of the ever-growing Roanoke Valley, Daleville is a haven for tourists and residents alike. Within an hour’s drive are the breathtaking Smith Mountain Lake, world-famous Appalachian Trail, and many other outdoor activities, including golfing, biking, and hiking. The thriving Historic City Market in downtown Roanoke and the Daleville Town Center and Performance Pavilion also host farmers markets, community and cultural events, and festivals throughout the year.

The VCCS Shared Services Center is an innovation strategy to advance the priority of student success, reduce the administrative burden on individual colleges, consolidate transaction-based functions, create economies of scale and improve backroom process efficiency. This work allows the VCCS to better focus resources on the students – helping them start their educational journeys, persist, and succeed.

Reporting to the Payroll Operations Supervisor, the position provides entry-level technical service and support in one or more functional areas of payroll and human resource management. This position will work cross-functionally within the department to support the payroll process through identified policies and procedures and will remain informed on all payroll projects and updates as directed by the Payroll Manager or Supervisor and Department of Accounts.

Knowledge:

• Basic math, professional phone and email etiquette, and standard business communications
• Computer systems, HRIS systems, and Microsoft Office programs
• Basic understanding of payroll and human resource principles

Skills:

• Retrieving and manipulating data via online access in database files through various software applications.
• Analytical and critical thinking.
• Strong verbal communication, writing, and proofreading/editing.
• Strong customer service.
• Computer expertise with knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent mathematical aptitude and numerical skills.

Abilities:

• Ability to organize and manage workflow to ensure payroll tasks are processed accurately and timely.
• Ability to deal sensitively with confidential information.
• Ability to work independently as well as a team member.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple customers and priorities.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.

Attributes:

• Willingness and ability to be flexible and to grow professionally as the position changes.
• Practices ethical behavior and demonstrates and supports the SSC values and mission.
• Remains optimistic and supportive of established procedures while looking for process improvements and efficiencies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Previous experience handling multiple administrative tasks/assignments at one time
• Customer service experience
• Functional knowledge of Human Resource Information Systems
• Experience with MS Office, especially Excel
• Experience handling and reporting large volumes of data with accuracy

Additional Considerations:

• Experience with Peoplesoft/Oracle systems
• Experience with financial and/or payroll reconciliation processes
• Knowledge of Process Improvement Techniques
• Adobe Acrobat Pro skills
• Shared services or call center experience
• Experience in higher education and/or state government

Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: , or call DARS at 800- .

Link to posting:  

Additional Information

Hybrid telework available!

Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:

The Virginia Community College System, an EOE employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.

The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Salary/Compensation: $44,000 - $50,000 per year

We are seeking highly skilled and detail-oriented Business Analysts to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing payroll data, identifying process improvements, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, and supporting the overall efficiency of payroll operations. You will work closely with various departments and stakeholders to optimize payroll systems, troubleshoot issues, and implement enhancements that drive accuracy and streamline workflows. If you have a strong analytical mindset, a deep understanding of payroll processes, and a passion for continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular analysis of payroll data to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies.

• Ensure that the team is accurately processing payroll transactions, including salary, benefits, deductions, and taxes, in a timely manner.

• Verify payroll data for accuracy and resolve any discrepancies or issues.

• Analyze and interpret payroll data and provide recommendations

• Process Payroll

• Process payroll for a large employee base, including data entry, timecards, inbound and outbound files

• Ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll, including all deductions, taxes, and garnishments, while maintaining strict confidentiality of payroll data.

• Review and reconcile payroll reports, identify and resolve any discrepancies

• Identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, or redundancies

• Recommend technology upgrades

• Automate repetitive tasks

• Redesign workflows for greater efficiency

• Requirements collection and evaluation

• Work in collaboration with departments leaders, end users, and management

• Collect and document the requirements

• Testing and troubleshooting for System Releases/Updates/Enhancements

• Will oversee the QA Testing, including Enhancements, Issue resolution, Quarterly testing (Oracle testing), Monthly Vertex testing

• Prepare reports and present summarization of payroll data and analysis.

• Develop and implement new payroll policies and procedures that are compliant with state and federal laws to streamline all payroll and benefits administration processes

• Review and create payroll audit reports for accuracy

• Assist with any external audits and examinations, including SOX and tax audits

• Create and/or maintain payroll documentation as it relates to processing, operational procedures, compliance, and all other payroll related matters.

• Stay up to date with changes in payroll laws, regulations, and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.

• CPP or FPC certification

• Extensive knowledge of business and process analysis functions

• Extensive experience with payroll processes and systems

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and calculations.

• Proficiency in payroll software and systems. Experience with major payroll software platforms is preferred such as Oracle HCM.

• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local payroll laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

• High level of integrity and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

**This is an in-office role, 5 days a week at our Sinclair Headquarters located at 10706 Beaver Dam Road, Hunt Valley, MD 21030.

The base salary compensation range for this role is $68,000 to $80,000. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, 15 paid vacation days, 2 paid personal days, 9 paid holidays, 40 hours of paid sick leave, parental leave, and employee stock purchase plan.

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Sinclair

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at  .

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.

We are seeking highly skilled and detail-oriented Business Analysts to join our team.

Find out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered.

In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing payroll data, identifying process improvements, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, and supporting the overall efficiency of payroll operations.

You will work closely with various departments and stakeholders to optimize payroll systems, troubleshoot issues, and implement enhancements that drive accuracy and streamline workflows.

If you have a strong analytical mindset, a deep understanding of payroll processes, and a passion for continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities: Conduct regular analysis of payroll data to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies.

Ensure that the team is accurately processing payroll transactions, including salary, benefits, deductions, and taxes, in a timely manner.

Verify payroll data for accuracy and resolve any discrepancies or issues.

Analyze and interpret payroll data and provide recommendations Process Payroll Process payroll for a large employee base, including data entry, timecards, inbound and outbound files Ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll, including all deductions, taxes, and garnishments, while maintaining strict confidentiality of payroll data.

Review and reconcile payroll reports, identify and resolve any discrepancies Identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, or redundancies Recommend technology upgrades Automate repetitive tasks Redesign workflows for greater efficiency Requirements collection and evaluation Work in collaboration with departments leaders, end users, and management Collect and document the requirements Testing and troubleshooting for System Releases/Updates/Enhancements Will oversee the QA Testing, including Enhancements, Issue resolution, Quarterly testing (Oracle testing), Monthly Vertex testing Prepare reports and present summarization of payroll data and analysis.

Develop and implement new payroll policies and procedures that are compliant with state and federal laws to streamline all payroll and benefits administration processes Review and create payroll audit reports for accuracy Assist with any external audits and examinations, including SOX and tax audits Create and/or maintain payroll documentation as it relates to processing, operational procedures, compliance, and all other payroll related matters.

Stay up to date with changes in payroll laws, regulations, and best practices.

Qualifications: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.

CPP or FPC certification Extensive knowledge of business and process analysis functions Extensive experience with payroll processes and systems Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and calculations.

Proficiency in payroll software and systems.

Experience with major payroll software platforms is preferred such as Oracle HCM.

Strong understanding of federal, state, and local payroll laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

High level of integrity and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
**This is an in-office role, 5 days a week at our Sinclair Headquarters located at 10706 Beaver Dam Road, Hunt Valley, MD 21030.

The base salary compensation range for this role is $68,000 to $80,000.

Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, 15 paid vacation days, 2 paid personal days, 9 paid holidays, 40 hours of paid sick leave, parental leave, and employee stock purchase plan.

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY: Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Sinclair Sinclair, Inc.

(Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports.

The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest.

Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts.

Additional information about Sinclair can be found at .

About the Team The life-blood of our organization is our people.

We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people.

How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed.

Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.

You’re not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because we’re out to create Better Care for a Better World, and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference. Here, you’ll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU. 

In this role, you will:

• Work with outsourced vendor in the processing of payrolls and other specific areas of payroll such as treasury, stock options, claims, and employee separations.
• Analyze time data and report trends and opportunities to the business. 
• Interpret and maintain site pay rules to preserve and enhance standardization efforts.
• Timely research and resolve complex time and payroll inquiries from employees, HR, department managers and other parties to manage and respond to escalated issues.
• Execute analytic reports and perform various audits to time system and payroll core.
• Perform UKG Pro core system administration duties consisting of maintaining portal content, creating alerts, monitoring import errors, granting and auditing user access, and resolving access issues.
• Provide consultation to payroll team to aid in setting long and short-term department objectives, developing standard operating procedures, completing security access reviews, and managing system configuration.  Lead project team(s) related to payroll, time and payroll tax matters and initiatives. 
• Initiate, develop and recommend process and system enhancements that improve team efficiencies and end user satisfaction.
• Prepare and deliver reports, presentations and other visual controls to management in a timely, accurate and professional manner.
• Represent payroll in various situations, projects and activities not included in other principal accountabilities to assist in the accomplishment of established objectives.

About Us

Huggies®. Kleenex®. Cottonelle®. Scott®. Kotex®. Poise®. Depend®. Kimberly-Clark Professional®. You already know our legendary brands—and so does the rest of the world. In fact, millions of people use Kimberly-Clark products every day. We know these amazing Kimberly-Clark products wouldn’t exist without talented professionals, like you.

At Kimberly-Clark, you’ll be part of the best team committed to driving innovation, growth and impact. We’re founded on more than 150 years of market leadership, and we’re always looking for new and better ways to perform – so there’s your open door of opportunity. It’s all here for you at Kimberly-Clark.

Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

About You

You perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring.  You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development.

You love what you do, especially when the work you do makes a difference. At Kimberly-Clark, we’re constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results. When you join our team, you’ll experience Flex That Works: flexible (hybrid) work arrangements that empower you to have purposeful time in the office and partner with your leader to make flexibility work for both you and the business.

In one of our professional, roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the center. To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:

• An undergraduate Bachelor’s degree is required
• 3+ years of related work experience in payroll processing, payroll tax and time and attendance systems and processing.
• Proven financial and audit skills are required. In addition, the position requires an aptitude for detail work and the ability to problem solve and apply critical thinking skills to analyze and troubleshoot with a high degree of accuracy. 
• Proficiency with Word, Excel and PowerPoint are required. 
• Experience with UKG Pro Software, UKG Time & Attendance, Time Clocks and Workday is preferred.
• Key competencies include Communication, Leveraging Diversity, Impact, Decision Making, Managing Work, Taking Ownership, Building Customer Relationships, Initiating Action, Cooperation, Adaptability, Continuous Learning and Providing Feedback.

Total Benefits

Here are just a few of the benefits you’d enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview, see /> 

Great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options with no waiting periods or pre-existing condition restrictions. Access to an on-site fitness center, occupational health nurse, and allowances for high-quality safety equipment.

Flexible Savings and spending accounts to maximize health care options and stretch dollars when caring for yourself or dependents.

Diverse income protection insurance options to protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury, or other unexpected events.

Additional programs and support to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare.

To Be Considered

Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our recruiting team will review your application and follow up if you seem like a great fit for this role.

In the meantime, please check out the careers website.

And finally, the fine print….

For Kimberly-Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world, which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompasses the experiences of our consumers.  When you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position. 

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, and DMV check. 

Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.

This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the role’s country only. Kimberly-Clark will not provide relocation support for this role.

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Salary Range: 78.660 – 92.980 USD

At Kimberly-Clark, pay is just one aspect of our total rewards package, which also includes a variety of benefits and opportunities to achieve, thrive and grow. Along with base pay, this position offers eligibility for a target bonus and a comprehensive benefits suite, including our 401(k) and Profit Sharing plan. The anticipated base pay range for this role is provided above for a fully qualified hire. Actual pay will depend on several factors, such as location, role, skills, performance, and experience. Please note that the stated pay range applies to US locations only. Primary Location Knoxville Office Additional Locations Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time

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About The Company

Ensign Services, Inc. (ESI) is a subsidiary of The Ensign Group, Inc. whose affiliated entities are considered national leaders in the fast-growing post-acute care industry. ESI provides service and support to over 360 facilities in the long-term care continuum that employ over 55,000 employees.

Payroll Operations Specialist

About The Company

Ensign Services, Inc. (ESI) is a subsidiary of The Ensign Group, Inc. whose affiliated entities are considered national leaders in the fast-growing post-acute care industry. ESI provides service and support to over 360 facilities in the long-term care continuum that employ over 55,000 employees.

ESI is known as the Service Center and provides the facilities and leaders it serves with back-office support in areas such as accounting, construction, compliance, human resources, information technology, learning and development, legal and risk management and recruiting. This structure allows the onsite leaders and caregivers to focus on day-to-day care and operational issues in their individual operations. What sets ESI apart from other companies is the quality of our most valuable resource - our people.

We take our core values of Celebration, Accountability, Passion for Learning, Love One Another, Intelligent Risk Taking, Customer Second, and Ownership (CAPLICO) seriously. We want an individual in this role who will demonstrate these values through actions and words.

About The Opportunity

We're looking for a detail-driven Payroll Operations Specialist with exceptional Excel Skills (think VLOOPUPs, pivot tables, complex reporting) to keep our payroll processes sharp, compliant and audit-ready. I this, you'll dive deep into payroll reporting and reconciliations, respond to audit requests, manage garnishments and refunds, and ensure flawless monthly payroll and tax reporting. If you thrive on precision, love solving problems with data, and bring strong analytical horsepower to payroll operations, we want you on our team.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain unclaimed property process for payroll
• Support Payroll Tax Analyst
• Conduct research on any payroll out of balances Workday Financials
• Handle audit requests received from legal or payroll
• Analyze and report on key garnishment payments requiring refund
• Perform and report monthly payroll, employment tax, and garnishment reconciliation
• Audit and action new facility set up with third party vendors.
• Approve DailyPay and off cycle checks as needed
  
  

• 3+ years of experience in payroll processing (multi-state experience a plus)
• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred)
• Advanced Proficiency in Excel
• Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and the ability to do well in a fast paced, multi-tasking work environment
• Must be a team player, motivated and able to work under pressure during peak periods
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Human Resources
• Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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Entry Level Payroll Operations Specialist

Job Description
Innovation allows an organization to make the most of every dollar spent. At Virginia’s Community Colleges System (VCCS), our compelling mission, our ambitious strategic plan and our fiscal realities challenge us to ensure that community college resources are maximized for the priority of student success and credential completion.

Nestled between the Blue Ridge and Appalachian Mountains, the VCCS Shared Services Center is centrally located to all 23 colleges in the VCCS, 43 miles from Blacksburg, VA, and a four hour drive from Washington, D.C. A vital part of the ever-growing Roanoke Valley, Daleville is a haven for tourists and residents alike. Within an hour’s drive are the breathtaking Smith Mountain Lake, world-famous Appalachian Trail, and many other outdoor activities, including golfing, biking, and hiking. The thriving Historic City Market in downtown Roanoke and the Daleville Town Center and Performance Pavilion also host farmers markets, community and cultural events, and festivals throughout the year.

The VCCS Shared Services Center is an innovation strategy to advance the priority of student success, reduce the administrative burden on individual colleges, consolidate transaction-based functions, create economies of scale and improve backroom process efficiency. This work allows the VCCS to better focus resources on the students – helping them start their educational journeys, persist, and succeed.

Process payroll through identified policies and procedures for the Shared Services Center customers, ensuring timely and accurate payment and required withholding is made. The payroll specialist must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment to help identify process improvements and efficiencies in Payroll Operations. This includes contributing, planning, organizing, and processing to ensure all payroll support functions are administered timely and accurately while all audit requirements are met. Ability to work cross-functionally within the department. Remain informed on all payroll projects, Payroll Service Level Agreement, and updates as directed by the Payroll Manager, IRS, and Department of Accounts Payroll Bulletins.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of Internal Revenue Code, Regulations, and Rulings regarding income subject to inclusion in gross income, withholding, tax deposit and payment, and wage and tax reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of fiscal operations management and accounting.
• Knowledge of payroll best practices including compliance, federal, and state regulations.

Skills:

• Retrieving and manipulating data via online access in database files through various software applications.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for building relationships with our customers.
• Intermediate skills in using personal computer applications and Microsoft Office products, including proficiency in Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent mathematical aptitude and numerical skills.

Abilities:

• Ability to work with minimal supervision and be independently accountable for meeting deadlines timely and accurately.
• Ability to organize and manage workflow to ensure payroll tasks are processed accurately and timely.
• Ability to deal sensitively with confidential information.
• Ability to work independently as well as a team member.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.

Attributes:

• Willingness and ability to be flexible and to grow professionally as the position changes.
• Practices ethical behavior and demonstrates and supports the SSC values and mission.
• Remains optimistic and supportive of established procedures while looking for process improvements and efficiencies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience in one or more of the following fields: Payroll, Human Resources, Finance, or Accounting.
• Intermediate level experience with Microsoft Office, specifically with Excel.

Additional Considerations:

• Fundamental experience with Internal Revenue Code, Regulations, and Rulings regarding income subject to inclusion in gross income, withholding, tax deposit and payment, and wage and tax reporting requirements.
• Experience or knowledge of multi-state taxation.
• Experience in state government or higher education.
• Experience with healthcare, retirement, or other benefit reconciliations.
• Experience with Peoplesoft/Oracle systems.
• Certifications: Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)

Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: , or call DARS at 800- .

Link to posting:  

Additional Information

Hybrid telework available!

Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:

The Virginia Community College System, an EOE employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.

The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Salary/Compensation: $51,000 - $56,000 per year