Payroll Specialist

Responsibilities

• Own Payroll Operations (~25%)
• Support end-to-end processing for weekly and semi-monthly payrolls
• Process off-cycle payments and manual adjustments with precision
• Ensure payroll deadlines are met consistently and accurately
• Leverage Data & Analytics (~25%)
• Audit payroll data and analyze reports to ensure accuracy
• Run and review retroactive payroll processes
• Partner with HR and campus stakeholders to identify and resolve discrepancies
• Deliver Exceptional Customer Service (~30%)
• Serve as a responsive, knowledgeable resource for payroll-related questions
• Investigate and resolve issues from multiple channels (queue, phone, in person)
• Support Foreign National payroll processes, including use of Sprintax Calculus
• Proactively audit time entry, payment elections, and check registers
• Drive Continuous Improvement (~15%)
• Contribute to process enhancements and reporting improvements
• Support special projects that strengthen payroll operations
• Support Cashiering Functions (~5%)
• Provide backup support for cashiering activities, including in-person service and transaction handling
• What You Bring
• Associate's degree (Bachelor's preferred)
• 3-5 years of relevant payroll or related experience (A Bachelor's degree can substitute the required years of experiene).
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage sensitive, confidential information with integrity
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Comfort working across systems, data, and diverse employee populations
• Why Join Brandeis?
• Be part of a mission-driven academic community
• Work in a collaborative, supportive environment
• Grow your expertise in a complex, multi-population payroll setting
• Make a direct impact on employee experience across the university

Benefits

Additional Information

Location: Brandeis - Waltham Campus Time Type: Full Time Make an Impact Where Accuracy, Service, and Community Intersect Brandeis University is seeking a detail-oriented and service-driven Payroll Specialist to join our collaborative payroll team. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and takes pride in delivering accurate, timely pay while providing exceptional support to a diverse employee population. In this role, you won't just process payroll-You will play a critical part in ensuring employees across the university are paid correctly and supported with expertise, care, and responsiveness. If you enjoy problem-solving, working with data, and being a trusted resource for others, this role offers both challenge and meaningful impact.

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