Senior Payroll Associate - Ophthalmology

Washington University in St. Louis

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United States
$44,034 - $68,328 / year
full-time
senior
Posted May 10, 2026
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About This Role

Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary Position provides audit and input of assigned academic and nonacademic transactions, functioning as the primary source for payroll and personnel policies and procedures. Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities: • Advises and assists departmental supervisors on payroll related issues. • Processes payroll transactions for academic and nonacademic personnel. • Assists new employees with completing the appropriate new hire, payroll and benefit forms. May provide general orientation for new employee. • Responsible for departmental foreign national paperwork and compliance for visas. • Assists supervisors with the hiring process including job requisitions, PHS entry and appointment screening. • May maintain sick and vacation leave records for staff personnel. • Prepares cost-transfers and journals adjusting when necessary. • Maintains personnel and payroll related files for department. • May assist supervisors with documentation needed for employee evaluation process. • May assist in annual budget process. • Ensures accuracy and completion of PAR s reports. • Administers academic bonus plan and faculty compensation plan. Working Conditions: Job Location/Working Conditions • Normal office environment Physical Effort • Typically sitting at desk or table • Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement (PC Typing) Equipment • Office equipment The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time. Required Qualifications Education: Associate degree or combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education. Certifications/Professional Licenses: No specific certification/professional license is required for this position. Work Experience: Relevant Experience (3 Years) Skills: Not Applicable Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position. More About This Job WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles. Preferred Qualifications Education: No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Certifications/Professional Licenses: No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Work Experience: No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Skills: Accounting, Accounting System, Business, Communication, Computer Literacy, Contracts, Grants Management, Highly Developed Interpersonal, Human Resources (HR) Software Systems, Lotus Applications, Microsoft Word, Operating Office Equipment, Organizing, Payroll Grade G08-H Salary Range $21.17 - $32.85 / HourlyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget. Questions For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ. Accommodation If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please [email protected] call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Pre-Employment Screening All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening. Benefits Statement Personal • Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. • Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. • Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. • WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%. Wellness • Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and cour...

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