Payroll Processor

Education and Experience:

A high school diploma, or equivalent, is required. An Associate's degree in Accounting or Business Management is preferred.

A minimum of two (2) years of customer service experience in an office environment is required. Experience in payroll, accounting, tax, and/or accounts payable is strongly preferred. Experience in higher education desired.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Candidate must demonstrate strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills to effectively convey information.  Must also demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in writing. Strong active listening skills with the ability to give full attention to what other people are saying and ask questions as appropriate are essential. A strong customer service orientation is essential.

Candidate must possess strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to identify, analyze, evaluate problems and recommend solutions. Strong research skills are essential.

Candidate must possess strong organizational and time management skills to effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast paced environment. The ability to focus on details, maintain accuracy, and meet deadlines is essential.

Candidate must demonstrate proficiency in data entry and should have a strong command of spelling and grammar. Previous experience in MS Excel and Peoplesoft HCM is preferred.

Physical and Environmental Demands:

• Sit for long periods of time

Deadline to Apply:

November 16, 2026

Priority consideration may be given to submissions received by November 2, 2026.

EEO Statement:

SMU is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression.

Benefits:

SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefits. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.

SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.

The value of learning at SMU isn't just about preparing our students for the future. Employees have access to a wide variety of professional and personal development opportunities, including tuition benefits.