Senior Payroll Associate – Ophthalmology

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Provides guidance and support to departmental supervisors regarding payroll-related matters.

• Manages payroll transactions for both academic and non-academic staff.

• Aids new hires in completing the necessary onboarding, payroll, and benefits documentation.

• May conduct general orientation sessions for newly hired employees.

• Oversees the completion of foreign national documentation and ensures compliance for visa requirements.

• Supports supervisors in the recruitment process, including job requisition submissions, PHS entries, and appointment screening.

• Might keep records of sick leave and vacation time for staff members.

• Prepares cost transfers and journal entries, making adjustments as needed.

• Maintains files related to personnel and payroll for the department.

• May assist supervisors with the documentation required for employee performance evaluations.

• May contribute to the annual budgeting process.

• Ensures the accuracy and completeness of PAR reports.

• Manages the academic bonus plan and faculty compensation structure.

⛳️ Requirements

• Education: An Associate degree or a combination of education and experience may fulfill the minimum educational requirement.

• Work Experience: Relevant experience of 3 years is required.

• Skills: Proficiency in Accounting, Accounting Systems, Business, Computer Literacy, Contracts, Grants Management, Strong Interpersonal Skills, Human Resources (HR) Software Systems, Lotus Applications, Microsoft Word, Operating Office Equipment, and Organizational Skills.

🏝️ Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation time.

• 10 recognized holidays throughout the year.

• Provision for sick leave.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and reduced copays/coinsurance.

• Complimentary Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan beginning at 7%.

• Opportunities for wellness challenges.

• Annual health screening services.

• Access to mental health resources.

• Mindfulness programs and courses available.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offered.

• Financial resources accessible to employees.

• Availability of dietitian consultations.

• Four weeks of caregiver leave to bond with a new child.

• Family care resources for ongoing childcare needs.

• Coverage of tuition costs for you and your family, including up to 100% of dependent undergraduate-level college tuition at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years of service with us.