Payroll Analyst

Requisition Number: 20122671
Type of Employment: Full-Time Regular
Number of Months:
Months Employed: January to December
Number of Hours per Day/Week: 40
Daily Hours: 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.

Summary Position
The Payroll Analyst is responsible for the processing and timely delivery of assigned payrolls. This position uses an understanding of the University's in-house payroll system to accurately pay employees in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, such as the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) rules and regulations. The Payroll Analyst helps to assure proper tax treatment, accounting, and disposition of withholdings such as taxes, deductions for benefits, charitable contributions, retirement contributions, other savings, etc. This position exercises independent judgment and discretion in planning and carrying out the details of work procedures and methods

Benefits of Working at Elon University As an Elon University employee, you'll join an internationally acclaimed university with a commitment to fostering a thriving community. Ranked among the most innovative, creative and best-run universities in the nation, Elon's personal approach to education extends to employees, whose growth, professional development and success is a hallmark of our training and advancement opportunities.

Elon University's home is the charming town of Elon, North Carolina, a small, friendly community located a short distance from the beach and the mountains, and among the vibrant cities of Greensboro, Raleigh and Durham. In addition to the beautiful canopy of historic oak trees iconic to our campus, you'll find boundless opportunities for family-friendly recreation, cultural events and outdoor activities. Hiking, water sports, fine dining and entertainment are just a few of the many happenings in the Elon area, making the region one of the nation's premier travel destinations.

Employees at Elon enjoy a generous and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

28 annual days off, including holidays and vacation.

Immediate tuition remission for employees.

Retirement plan with an 8 percent contribution from the university.

Immediate eligibility for health, dental and vision insurance, along with free acute care and lab services at our onsite Health & Wellness Clinic.

Free use of campus fitness facilities.

Free admission to musical and theater performances, guest speakers, religious and ethnic observances, recitals, art exhibitions, entertainment and our Division I Phoenix athletics.

Eligibility for tuition remission at Elon for spouses, qualifying domestic partners and dependents begins at three years of service. After four years of employment, eligibility begins for participation in the Tuition Exchange, a national scholarship exchange program that enables dependents to enroll in nationally recognized partner colleges and universities.

Elon values and celebrates the diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences and perspectives of our community members. As an equal opportunity employer, Elon's principles of diversity extend to race and gender identity, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and other aspects of one's identity. At Elon, our employees respect human differences, passion for lifelong learning, emphasis on personal integrity and an ethic of service.



Education Requirements
Education: A high school diploma or the equivalent is required; a Bachelors degree is preferred.

Experience: With a high school diploma or the equivalent, three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in payroll processing is required; with a Bachelors degree, one year of progressively responsible administrative experience in payroll processing is required. Experience producing payrolls with in-house payroll systems is preferred, as is experience with payroll in a higher education setting.

Degree/Major: BS or BA in Accounting, Business Administration, Business Management or related field
Length of Experience: With a high school diploma or the equivalent, three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in payroll processing is required; with a Bachelors degree, one year of progressively responsible administrative experience in payroll processing is required.


Supervisory Experience: No

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Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is considered open until filled, however, priority consideration will be given to applicants who provide all required application materials on or before August 22, 2023.

Posting Date: 08/09/2023
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

General Purpose of Position
The Payroll Analyst is responsible for the processing and timely delivery of assigned payrolls. This position uses an understanding of the Universitys in-house payroll system to accurately pay employees in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, such as the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) rules and regulations. The Payroll Analyst helps to assure proper tax treatment, accounting, and disposition of withholdings such as taxes, deductions for benefits, charitable contributions, retirement contributions, other savings, etc. This position exercises independent judgment and discretion in planning and carrying out the details of work procedures and methods



Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Helps to ensure proper payment of wages and salaries by using the in-house payroll system to correctly process salaries and reported hours worked, correctly utilize paid leave and holiday pay, and correctly compute overtime while meeting deadlines.

2. Generates records of payrolls showing each payee, hours worked for nonexempt employees, wages paid, associated withholdings for retirement, benefits, and other contributions, and taxes withheld, maintains payroll records and accounts, and prepares journal entries related to payroll in a timely manner.

3. Reviews Personnel Action Forms to verify correct data entry.

4. Prepares required and assigned reports by compiling, researching, and analyzing data and performing monthly and annual reconciliations.

5. Helps to assure the correct tax processing of employee fringe benefits and application of appropriate withholding and reporting procedures.

6. Trains new approvers on timesheet and leave report approval, assists employees having trouble accessing their timesheets, and contacts employees who havent submitted their timesheets for processing.

7. Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.

8. Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned, acts as a back-up for other positions as needed, maintains high levels of accuracy, maintains a professional demeanor and appropriate levels of confidentiality, and provides excellent customer service.



Education and Experience
Education: A high school diploma or the equivalent is required; a Bachelors degree is preferred.

Experience: With a high school diploma or the equivalent, three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in payroll processing is required; with a Bachelors degree, one year of progressively responsible administrative experience in payroll processing is required. Experience producing payrolls with in-house payroll systems is preferred.

Skills: Knowledge of payroll and accounting principles, payroll methods, Department of Labor regulations, and federal and state tax regulations is required. The ability to work independently and a working knowledge of Word and Excel is required. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.

Does this position require driving for the university? No

Additional Information


To apply, visit https://elon.peopleadmin.com/postings/9699

Elon University is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff and student body and welcomes all applicants.

Elon University has built a national reputation as a premier student-centered arts and sciences university that values strong relationships between students and their faculty and staff mentors. Elon is ranked among the top-100 National Universities by U.S. News & World Report, with a No. 1 ranking for excellence in undergraduate teaching and No. 9 for innovation. Global engagement is central to Elons experience and the Institute of International Education has ranked the institution No. 1 in the nation for study abroad for 16 straight years.In addition, Elon is the only university in the nation ranked in the top-20 by U.S. News for excellence in all eight academic programs 'Focused on Student Success.' Elons more than 7,000 students prepare to become the resilient, ambitious and ethical leaders the world needs, putting their knowledge into action on campus, in the community and around the globe.







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Elon University has built a national reputation as a premier student-centered arts and sciences university that values strong relationships between students and their faculty and staff mentors. Elon is ranked among the top-100 National Universities by U.S. News & World Report, with a No. 1 ranking for excellence in undergraduate teaching and No. 9 for innovation. Global engagement is central to Elon’s experience and the Institute of International Education has ranked the institution No. 1 in the nation for study abroad for 16 straight years.In addition, Elon is the only university in the nation ranked in the top-20 by U.S. News for excellence in all eight academic programs “Focused on Student Success.” Elon’s more than 7,000 students prepare to become the resilient, ambitious and ethical leaders the world needs, putting their knowledge into action on campus, in the community and around the globe.

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