Payroll Specialist

University of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City, Oklahoma • Full Time

Posted on Sat, Oct 3, 2026

Pay Range:Commensurate with education and experience

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, Standard/Fixed Schedule

Travel: Not required

Position Introduction:

Performs a variety of payroll tasks related to the University Payroll processes, such as:

  • Responsible for payroll processing for 7000+ employees
  • Responsible for cost transfers and payment review/approval
  • Responsible for management of the timekeeping system
  • Works with payroll coordinators and answers payroll and timekeeping questions.
  • Manage/prepare retirement statements for withholding accounts to relative retirement accounts.

Required Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree.
  • No experience required

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months of related experience in lieu of the Bachelor's degree.

Required Certifications and Licenses:

  • None

Department Preferences:

  • Prepares payroll liability journals.
  • Assist with payroll tax withholding and 941, w2, 1042, 1099 payroll reporting.
  • Assist in all system testing
  • Assist employees via email and/or phone with any payroll-related questions
  • Reviews garnishment entry for accuracy.
  • Performs other duties as assigned/required to ensure the overall success of the department.

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes

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