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Closing Date:
01/02/2025
Type of Position:
Administrative Operations and Support
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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Department:
Business & Fiscal Support
Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
The Payroll Coordinator is responsible for the processing of regular and supplemental payroll adjustments, period activity pay and special payout occurrences. They will work with Departmental managers and directors to research and correct payment instances and ensure there are no over-payments processed, manage collections if necessary and act as the liaison between central payroll. As adjustments or time issues are found the coordinator will ensure that both systems housing time (Workday and FAMIS) are in sync. This position ensures the accuracy of data entry and provides technical assistance and customer service to assists individuals and work units with resolving payroll problems with a superior level of customer service and other duties as assigned.
This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
Regular, reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, or related field from an accredited institution of higher education
• At least two years of experience in payroll services activities or a related area

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least two years of experience working in payroll services
• At least one year of experience working in higher education
• Experience in Workday
• CPP or FPC certification

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of standard office software
• Knowledge of processes and requirements for making payroll-related adjustments or change
• Ability to scrutinize paperwork for accuracy
• Ability to calculate payroll
• Ability to establish, maintain, and reconcile payroll and accounting records and reports
• Ability to provide direction and technical assistance to organization administration, departmental payroll personnel, and employees concerning payroll services activities

Additional Information:
Salary Information:
$43,923 - $48,315.25 Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status
Recruitment Contact Information:
Julia Menke, , Sr. HR Partner
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry
The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion, opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Talking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Talking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Talking
Benefits Eligible:
Yes