Associate, Global Payroll Specialist - Finance Division

Carnegie Mellon University’s Finance Division is searching for an Associate, Global Payroll Specialist to join their team.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in an interesting and challenging work environment. You will contribute to the department by providing support by operating as a member of a team of experts dedicated to processing payroll and administering related pay activities for the university’s faculty, staff and students (i.

e., standard and off-cycle payroll runs, W-2 processing, garnishment maintenance, treaty documentation for non-resident aliens, etc.

using Workday HR / Payroll System.

Core responsibilities include :

Entering payroll data into Workday for the gross-to-net payroll functions, analysis and resolution of payroll issues in the case management queue, evaluation and administration of treaty documentation for non-resident aliens

Handling payroll processing and adjustment activities, including benefit, retirement, tuition and finance-related adjustments that require entry via payroll input for one or more of the US, US Expatriate and International payrolls while maintaining a high standard of accuracy and urgency.

Problem solve and multi-task processes in the context of a multi-tier customer inquiry and issue resolution model, including performing research and analysis, facilitating resolutions to complex payroll inquiries, advancing as needed, and providing high quality customer service

Other duties as assigned

Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within the Finance Division. Inclusion, collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU.

Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity.

We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

Ability to demonstrate accountability and a strong commitment to meeting team objective

Knowledge of payroll transactional processes and related administrative activities, including relevant taxation and compliance considerations.

Knowledge of Excel, including VLOOKUPS and Pivot Tables.

Ability to contribute to an outstanding customer-service environment, including application of tact, diplomacy, timeliness and consistency when dealing with faculty, staff and student employees

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree required

1-3 years of payroll experience required

A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Requirements :

Successful background check

Additional Information :

Sponsorship : Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for CMU in the United States. CMU will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity.

Work Posture : This position is operating on a hybrid schedule, with an on-campus / in office presence two days a week. When on campus, our Finance Division works out of our location in Bakery Square.

Typical Work Schedule : Monday-Friday from 8 : 30-5 : 00pm. An alternate work schedule allowing for evening and weekend hours will be required on occasion.

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits available to eligible employees.

Those employees who are have the opportunity to experience the full spectrum of advantages from to an enticing offering a generous employer contribution.

You can also unlock your potential with and take well-deserved breaks with ample and observed . Finally, rest easy knowing you are covered by life and accidental death and disability insurance.

Other perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, our to help navigate childcare needs, , and so much more!