Payroll Analyst

Texas Tech University
United States, Texas, Lubbock
May 28, 2025
Lubbock Payroll Analyst 41242BR Payroll and Tax Services Position Description As an analyst in the Payroll & Tax Department, you will support our team members by working in the processing area. This area within our department processes the on-cycle and off-cycle payrolls. We are a shared service for Texas Tech University, Texas Tech University Systems, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso chart of accounts. You will need to be able to communicate efficiently and in a timely manner with each chart of account. We are looking for a person with an eye for detail, strong mathematical problem-solving skills and a positive outlook. In this role, you will be responsible for working payment requests and processing them in a timely manner to meet our deadlines. You will need to communicate with other team members throughout the process to ensure productivity and efficiency. About the University Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world. About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories. About the Department and/or College Payroll & Tax Services is seeking a detail-oriented individual to join a great team that operates as a shared service for all Texas Tech University institutions. The department facilitates payroll and tax payments and associated reporting while ensuring compliance with internal policy and external regulations. Major/Essential Functions Research and process off-cycle payments, such as manual check requests, award payments, lump sum vacation payouts and post-employment payments Process off-cycle refunds and adjustments requests Work daily reports to ensure payroll payments process correctly Assist with on-cycle payroll processes as needed Calculate overpayment and send notification to employees Communicating effectively with departments, Human Resources, current and former employees via email, phone or in person Working within spreadsheets and databases Stay up to date with a task tracking system and a digital notebook used for documentation Working and communicating within a small team Able to follow a schedule to meet deadlines Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree plus one year experience; OR combination of education and experience to equal five years. Preferred Qualifications Organizational skills, attention to detail, and high degree of openness to new approaches Positive oral, written and interpersonal skills Ability to work within a spreadsheet to calculate payments Fluency with technology including TEAMS, Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, One-Note and Planner Strong mathematical skills Strong customer service skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that is driven by deadlines Safety Information Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees. Does this position work in a research laboratory? No Job Type Full Time Pay Basis Hourly Minimum Hire Rate 17.77 Pay Statement Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan. Travel Required None Shift Day Grant Funded? No Job Group Information and Records Clerks EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.