Payroll Shared Services Specialist

Job Summary:

The Payroll Shared Services Specialist under the direction of the Payroll Shared Services Program Manager provides day-to-day payroll support for participating and assigned units at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus School of Medicine. Functions of the Payroll Specialist include monthly and bi-weekly payroll processing for all university employee groups hospital payment entries funding distribution and allocation Updates and FAMLI/FMLA coordination and addition the Payroll Shared Services Specialist provides guidance and interpretation of Federal State University and School of Medicine laws rules regulations policies and procedures assuring compliance in a variety of payroll areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process monthly payroll for all university employment groups.
• Process bi-weekly payroll for participating university employment groups.
• Ensure accurate calculation of wages earned.
• Verify timekeeping records and resolve discrepancies.
• Accurately enter hospital payments (UPI & UOC) for affected faculty
• Accurately enter and update funding and allocations for all university employment groups.
• Coordinate enter and track FAMLI and FMLA in conjunction with the CU Leave Office.
• Process off-cycle payroll terminations and final checks when necessary.
• Address employee payroll inquiries regarding paychecks deductions and tax withholdings.
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Provide guidance on direct deposit setup and payroll self-service portals.
• Enter and update employee payroll data in payroll software or HRIS systems.
• Work closely with HR and Finance to ensure payroll accuracy.
• Assist with payroll system upgrades and process improvements.
• Maintain knowledge of relevant policies procedures laws and regulations and provide updates and training to the Payroll Shared Services team as needed.
• Maintain accurate timely and complete records ensuring compliance with Federal State and University laws regulations policies and procedures.
• Serve as a resource on HR policies and procedures.
• Support departments as needed and/or in the absence of Payroll Specialists.
• Perform other duties tasks and projects assigned.

Work Location:

Hybrid this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of three (3) days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

This is an exciting opportunity to join the HR Collective Units team at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. The Payroll Shared Services team (PRSS) manages and streamlines payroll processing and functions for participating departments in the School of Medicine on the Anschutz Medical Campus.

The Anschutz Medical Campus fosters collaboration among students researchers and clinicians in one of the largest academic health centers in the nation. Innovative architecture fosters collaboration among students researchers and clinicians and extends to two world-class campus hospitals: UCHealth and Childrens Hospital Colorado. The School of Medicine continues to rank among the top 10 medical schools in the country for primary care according to numbers released by the U.S. News and World Report.

Why work for the University

We haveAMAZINGbenefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability Life Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 15/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Public Administration Healthcare Administration Accounting Finance or related field from an accredited college or university.
  • Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelors degree on a year-for-year basis.
• One (1) year of experience performing Human Resources functions with an emphasis on payroll functions.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in an academic medical center.
• Experience working with PeopleSoft Human Capital Management.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Strong independent judgment and critical thinking skills.
• Self-directed.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with people from all levels within an organization.
• Ability to independently establish work priorities follow through and meet established deadlines.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills including Word Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality while working with sensitive information.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to actively listen and share relevant information anticipate problems and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Knowledge of professional standards concepts and practices related to Human Resources.
• Ability to analyze interpret and evaluate a broad range of laws rules and regulations in order to exercise good judgment in applying them to human resources challenges.
• Knowledge of applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.

How to Apply:

For full consideration please submit the following document(s):

1. Curriculum vitae / Resume

2. Three to five professional references including name address phone number (mobile number if appropriate) and email address

Questions should be directed to: Makeedra Keith at

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until June 22 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $52793 to $70742.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the Universitys good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at .

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty staff students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and othervaccine-preventable diseases. If you work visit or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work visit or volunteer addition if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety-sensitive job duties you must enroll in theoccupational health medical surveillance program.