Locations:
Los Angeles, CA
Closes:
Open Until Filled
Job Description:
Work Location: Doheny Campus (Downtown Los Angeles) and Chalon Campus (West Los Angeles). Remote work available 1-2 days per week.
Start Date: Immediately
Applications Deadline: Open until filled
Position Hourly Rate Range: $21.10 - $24.76
Hiring salary can be above the posted pay range if candidate's qualifications are determined to be above the minimum requirements of the position description.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Processes employee payroll on a monthly or bi-weekly basis using ADP Workforce Now system as assigned.
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Runs payroll reports prior to transmitting payroll and review for accuracy and approvals.
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Posts payroll procedures (e.g., live check listing; bank reconciliation, payroll distribution reports, and other reports as needed).
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Monitors and maintains departmental student and payroll email inbox
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Timely and accurate preparation of the University's Retirement contribution reports to third party vendor.
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Sends reminders and follow up emails to University community on timely timesheet submissions and approvals
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Responds to oral and written requests for verification of employment and other payroll related inquiries.
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Troubleshoot and/or investigate issues that arise related to employee payroll.
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Works closely with HR and Accounting departments as needed.
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Maintains employee confidence and protects payroll operations by keeping information confidential.
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Performs all job duties with a "remarkable service" orientated attitude.
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Understands and upholds the University's personnel and payroll policies as indicated by the Staff Handbook.
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
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Ad Hoc Reporting
Requirements:
Knowledge:
- Solid working knowledge of basic mathematic and algebraic functions.
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Familiarity with basic accounting principles.
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Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite applications with emphasis on Excel.
Abilities and Skills:
- Ability to calculate and process information quickly and accurately.
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Effectively organize, prioritize and handle multiple tasks to meet recurring deadlines.
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Understanding and sensitivity to the needs of a diverse college environment.
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Analytical, detail-oriented and accurate. Work well independently and as part of a team.
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Learn new concepts quickly and accurately.
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Ability to work in close proximity with others and with frequent interaction.
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Ability to operate various office equipment, such as: copiers, scanners, faxes, and calculators.
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Work confidentially with discretion on privileged and sensitive information.
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Strong organization and prioritization, interpersonal, basic mathematics, customer service, data entry and very accurate typing.
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Basic accounting skills desired. Operate a calculator with speed and accuracy.
Education:
- High-school diploma required. Associate of Arts or Bachelor's degree desirable, preferably in an Accounting, Finance or other business-related field.
Experience:
- One to two years of payroll experience. ADP Workforce experience and business background preferred.
Application Instructions:
Please submit a resume and cover letter.
Applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States. The University will not assist applicants with any visa matters.
A background check will be required.
Employees may disclose their COVID-19 vaccination status with MSMU's Human Resources on a voluntary basis. Some MSMU clinical healthcare partners may require proof of COVID-19 vaccination to work at their facilities. If required, your academic division will inform you.
