Sr. Payroll Assistant

Advanced Fiscal and Clerical TasksPerforms advanced fiscal and clerical tasks within the University Budget/Payroll Department of the Controller's Office.Salary Grade: 12Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.The Office of Payroll is dedicated to providing the best and most efficient payroll services to Mississippi State University employees. It is our goal to produce payroll payments and supporting documents in a timely and accurate manner. We also process retroactive job labor redistributions, retirement billings for Extension personnel in the 82 counties and handle payroll deductions such as garnishments, bankruptcy payments and United Way contributions. We strive to continually review our services and implement improvements to keep pace with the opportunities available through on-line entry of information. It is our goal to be a leader, not a follower, in this technological age.Essential Duties and Responsibilities1. Processes quarterly unemployment reports2. Compiles monthly headcount reports for external agencies3. May train and assist other Payroll Accounting Assistants4.

Processes exception time, retro-active redistributions, federal and state tax forms, status changes, and other payroll functions.5. Calculates pay exceptions6. Serves as a resource to University department payroll entry7. Double checks and backs up work of other Payroll Accounting Assistants8. Handles child support and Credit Union Deductions9. Performs related duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications1. High school diploma or equivalent2. Five years' experience in payroll, accounting, or bookkeeping3. Ability to operate a computer keyboard to enter data-or-Any equivalent combination of related experience and/or education approved by the Department of Human Resources ManagementPreferred Qualifications1.

Completion of business school or college level courses in accounting2. Accounting experience within the University systemKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities1. Skill in using BANNER system2. Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications3. Ability to develop and maintain record keeping systems and procedures4. Knowledge of mathematical calculations and book keeping procedures5. Skill in both verbal and written communication6. Knowledge of payroll accounting practices and procedures7. Knowledge of federal and state laws concerning payroll accountingWorking Conditions and Physical Effort1.

Routine deadlines; variance in work volume seasonal and predictable; priorities can be anticipated; some interruptions are present; involves occasional exposure to demands and pressures; infrequent evening and weekend work is required.2. Job frequently requires sitting, reaching, talking, hearing, and handling objects.3. Job occasionally requires standing, walking, stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling, and lifting to 25 pounds.4. Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.Instructions for ApplyingSubmit cover letter, resume and application online at Employment Opportunity StatementMississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, .In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Mississippi State University, please contact the Department of Human Resources Management at tel: or you have any questions regarding this policy, contact the Department of Human Resources Management at or Upon request, sections of this job listing are available in large print, and readers are available to assist the visually impaired.