Payroll Program Operations Analyst

About the Role

Finance, Planning, and Budgeting (FPB) has an outstanding opportunity for a Payroll Program Operations Analyst to join their Payroll team, reporting to the Assistant Director for Payroll Operations. This role provides analytical, operational, and programmatic support, focusing on payroll overpayment management and related programs.

Responsibilities

• Analyze payroll data, review general ledger reconciliations, and provide reporting metrics.
• Develop and maintain performance metrics, identify trends, risks, and process improvement opportunities.
• Provide data-driven recommendations to enhance operational efficiency and internal controls.
• Lead functional and operational efforts among a team of specialists in payroll process execution.
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts to ensure consistent application of payroll policies and resolve complex issues.
• Support the implementation of operational improvements, process standardization, and program initiatives.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on complex payroll matters, policy interpretation, and program-related decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, Human Resources, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
• Four (4) years of experience in payroll, accounting, finance, HCM/HR operations, or operational analysis.
• One (1) year of progressively responsible leadership/management experience.
• Working knowledge of University of Washington payroll, HR, and financial policies and procedures.
• Experience analyzing payroll, financial, or operational data and developing reports and recommendations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, reporting, and data validation techniques.
• Experience with reporting, database, or analytical tools for data extraction and interpretation.
• Ability to document business processes, workflows, and operational requirements.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working across diverse teams.

Desired Qualifications

• Working knowledge of data analysis, metrics, and reporting.
• Familiarity with Workday and other University of Washington systems.
• Experience supporting system testing and data validation activities.

Pay

Pay Range: $81,780.00 - $92,484.00 annual

Schedule

First Shift (United States of America), Full-Time (100% FTE)

This is a regular, full-time position.