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Job Information

MD Anderson Cancer Center Sr Payroll Specialist in Houston, Texas

The mission of The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public.

We are seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist with extensive experience in multistate payroll processing, including in-depth knowledge of state payroll taxes. The ideal candidate must have significant hands-on experience with PeopleSoft and Dimensions, as well as expertise in managing garnishments and ensuring payroll compliance.

The Sr Payroll Specialist will be responsible for preparing and processing all aspects of the biweekly payroll. The Sr Payroll Specialist ensures that our payroll system adheres to federal, state, and local tax laws, as well as labor regulations. Staying abreast of changes in legislation that may affect payroll, such as tax rate adjustments or new benefits entitlements. Their role is crucial in mitigating risk and avoiding costly penalties by maintaining compliance and conducting regular audits of payroll practices.

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

Responsibilities:

  • Process payroll for employees in multiple states, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.

  • Process payroll for both hourly and salaried employees accurately and on time.

  • Handle complex payroll calculations, including incentives, overtime, deductions, and tax withholdings.

  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of state and federal payroll regulations.

  • Address and resolve any payroll discrepancies or issues promptly.

  • Train and mentor junior payroll staff.

  • Manage payroll-related data entry and maintain payroll records.

  • Conduct payroll audits and ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls.

  • Provide excellent customer service to employees and management.

  • Collaborate with HR and finance departments to ensure smooth payroll operations.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

EDUCATION

Required- Bachelor's Degree in a related field.

EXPERIENCE

Required- 2 years of payroll experience. May substitute required education degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one to one basis.

Preferred: Preferred candidates will have extensive experience managing complex payroll systems for large, multistate workforces, including a thorough understanding of varying state payroll tax laws. Additional experience with other payroll software and resolving payroll discrepancies is highly desirable.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

  • Requisition ID: 173053

  • Employment Status: Full-Time

  • Employee Status: Regular

  • Work Week: Days

  • Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 58,000

  • Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 72,500

  • Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 87,000

  • FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay

  • Fund Type: Hard

  • Work Location: Remote

  • Pivotal Position: No

  • Referral Bonus Available?: No

  • Relocation Assistance Available?: No

  • Science Jobs: No

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