Payroll Technician

Position Description

The University of Alaska is seeking to hire a diligent and accurate Payroll Technician to support our payroll function. You will be responsible for all the data entry related to the payroll process, and must ensure the tasks are performed on time and are accurate. The Payroll Department supports around 6,000 employees, where the team works collaboratively to successfully process bi-weekly payrolls. As our Payroll Technician, you'll help ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for employees across the UA system. This includes calculating, verifying and deducting appropriate payroll deductions including tax withholdings, benefits elections, and other garnishments. In this role we'll rely on you to research and resolve any pay or tax-related discrepancies or inquiries. If you are looking to grow in HR, the Payroll Team is a great place to start with on the job training. To thrive in this role, you will need to be detail oriented and committed to excellence. You will need to have a solid understanding of payroll procedures, rules and regulations, coupled with analytical and problem-solving skills. One year college coursework in human resources, and two years of technical human resources experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. This is a full-time, non-exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and https://www.alaska.edu/hr/benefits/support/prospectiveemployees.php. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the https://www.alaska.edu/hr/benefits/compensation/salary.php, Grade 77, based on education and experience. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information for three (3) professional references with your application.