Back to Jobs

Senior Payroll Associate (Remote) - Ophthalmology

Remote, USA Full-time Posted 2026-06-16

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Position provides audit and input of assigned academic and nonacademic transactions, functioning as the primary source for payroll and personnel policies and procedures.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Advises and assists departmental supervisors on payroll related issues.
  • Processes payroll transactions for academic and nonacademic personnel.
  • Assists new employees with completing the appropriate new hire, payroll and benefit forms. May provide general orientation for new employee.
  • Responsible for departmental foreign national paperwork and compliance for visas.
  • Assists supervisors with the hiring process including job requisitions, PHS entry and appointment screening.
  • May maintain sick and vacation leave records for staff personnel.
  • Prepares cost-transfers and journals adjusting when necessary.
  • Maintains personnel and payroll related files for department.
  • May assist supervisors with documentation needed for employee evaluation process.
  • May assist in annual budget process.
  • Ensures accuracy and completion of PAR’s reports.
  • Administers academic bonus plan and faculty compensation plan.

Working Conditions: Job Location/Working Conditions

  • Normal office environment

Physical Effort

  • Typically sitting at desk or table
  • Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement (PC Typing)

Equipment

  • Office equipment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Associate degree or combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

University Environment (3 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Accounting, Accounting System, Business, Communication, Computer Literacy, Contracts, Grants Management, Highly Developed Interpersonal, Human Resources (HR) Software Systems, Lotus Applications, Microsoft Word, Operating Office Equipment, Organizing, Payroll

Grade

G08-H

Salary Range

$21.17 - $32.85 / HourlyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

  • Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

  • Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

  • Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

  • WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

  • Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

  • We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

  • WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Apply To This Job

Similar Jobs

Financial Crimes Risk & Governance Manager

Remote, USA Full-time

Finance Analyst

Remote, USA Full-time

Controller

Remote, USA Full-time

Solutions Engineer-Sales

Remote, USA Full-time

Bilingual Accountant - Comptable bilingue (ON, QC)

Remote, USA Full-time

Junior HR Recruiter (Work From Home)

Remote, USA Full-time

Spanish <=> English Remote Interpreters

Remote, USA Full-time

Channel Partner Account Executive

Remote, USA Full-time

CDI Specialist, Outpatient

Remote, USA Full-time

Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFCC) Architect

Remote, USA Full-time

Experienced Banking Data Entry Specialist for High-Profile Financial Services Project - Remote

Remote, USA Full-time

Lead QA Analyst

Remote, USA Full-time

Remote Data Entry Operator: Full-Time and Part-Time Work-from-Home Opportunities

Remote, USA Full-time

Experienced Remote Customer Service Representative - Exceptional Problem Solving Skills & Excellent Communication - Earn $19/Hour or More with blithequark

Remote, USA Full-time

Photographer Specialist - Freelance Project

Remote, USA Full-time

1890 – CVS Careers Jobs || CVS Remote Jobs Part Time ( CVS Careers Login )

Remote, USA Full-time

Content Creator/Writer

Remote, USA Full-time

Prior Authorization Coordinator – Remote But Must Live In Northern California (Location Specific)

Remote, USA Full-time

Experienced Remote Data Entry Specialist – Entry Level Opportunity with Competitive Pay and Flexible Hours at blithequark

Remote, USA Full-time

Bilingual Administrative Assistant

Remote, USA Full-time