Payroll Processing Specialist

Posted: Monday, 04 August 2025
Valid Thru: Wednesday, 03 September 2025
Index Requested on: 08/04/2025 19:29:13
Indexed on: 08/04/2025 19:29:13

Location: Oklahoma City, OK, 73101, US

Industry: Education
Occupational Category: 11-0000.00 - Management
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

University of Oklahoma is hiring!

Description:

Are you passionate about financial management and making a positive impact? Look no further! At OUHSC Financial Services, we’re dedicated to supporting our community by ensuring sound fiscal practices and providing exceptional benefits to our team members.

What’s in it for you:

On top of your salary, you will also be entitled to:

  1. Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): We value work-life balance. Enjoy ample vacation days and holidays to recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.
  2. Standardized Work Week: Say goodbye to unpredictable schedules! Our consistent Monday – Friday, 40-hour work week allows you to plan ahead and maintain a healthy work-life harmony.
  3. Tuition Waivers: Invest in your future! As an OUHSC employee, you’ll have access to tuition waivers for professional development and continuing education.
  4. Comprehensive Insurance Plans: Your well-being matters to us. Benefit from health, dental, and vision coverage, ensuring peace of mind for you and your family.
  5. Retirement Planning: Secure your financial future. Our retirement plans empower you to build savings and prepare for retirement with confidence.
  6. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program: Our program supports your commitment to public service by forgiving eligible loans after a specified period.

Performs a variety of payroll tasks related to the University Payroll processes. Responsible for payroll processing, cost transfers, voucher approvals, and payment review/approval. Performs a variety of payroll tasks related to the University Payroll processes. Responsible for payroll processing, cost transfers, voucher approvals, and payment review/approval.

Duties:

  • Responsible for on and off cycle payroll processing for 6000+ employees
  • Responsible for cost transfers and payment review/approval
  • Responsible for management of the timekeeping system
  • Works with payroll coordinators and answers payroll and timekeeping questions.
  • Manage/prepare retirement statements for withholding accounts to relative retirement accounts.
  • Prepares payroll liability journals.
  • Tracks and processes overpayments and paycheck reversals
  • Assist with payroll tax withholding and 941, w2, 1042, 1099 payroll reporting.
  • Assist in all system testing
  • Assist employees via email and/or phone with any payroll-related questions
  • Reviews garnishment entry for accuracy.
  • Performs other duties as assigned/required to ensure the overall success of the department.

Responsibilities:

Please review the job description.

Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

Required Education: Bachelor's degree.

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months of related experience in lieu of the Bachelor's degree.

Skills:

  • Knowledge of Accounting principles, practices, methods, and terminology
  • Advanced computer skills in MS Office, accounting software and databases
  • Ability to choose the right mathematical method or formula to solve a problem
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines
  • Excellent organizational, problem-solving, analysis, and communication skills

Advertised Physical Requirements:

  • Physical:
    • Sitting for prolonged periods.
    • Engage in repetitive motion.
    • Manual dexterity.
    • Able to communicate effectively.
  • Environmental:
    • Standard office environment.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma values our community's unique talents, perspectives, and experiences. At OU, we aspire to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.

Benefits:

Please see the job description for benefits.

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