• Responsible for reviewing and approving all data fields on Wasabi personnel transactions to ensure adherence to personnel/payroll policies and procedures for the Faculty, Annual Appointees and Teaching Fellow payrolls
• Supports SPH departments by addressing Faculty, Annual Appointees and Teaching Fellow payroll issues and questions, as well as providing guidance on policies and procedures via formal or informal training as needed; participates in problem resolution of payroll operations issues; acts as primary back-up for the other payroll team member
• Serves as liaison between Financial Services and the SPH Community to resolve issues in a timely manner while maintaining productive and positive relationships
• Supports the Manager of Payroll Operations with payroll processing
• Ensures quality customer service to employees and departments
• Ensures financial compliance with University policies and procedures and applicable legal rules and regulations
• Performs other duties as assigned

• 3 years of related experience required; a combination of education and experience may be considered

• Bachelor's Degree
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Experience with financial systems; knowledge of HART and/or PeopleSoft is a strong plus
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills; experience setting priorties, meeting deadlines and multi-tasking with minimal supervision
• Experience working independently and as part of a team
• Proven discretion with confidential information
• Proven customer service skills with a ready to adapt mindset

• Awareness of and aptitude to appropriately and effectively understand, respect, and adapt to cultural and identity-based difference within group environments
• Knowledge of and commitment to concepts and issues tied to social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Skills related to creating and supporting an environment that allows for inclusion, effective intercultural engagement, and personal humility and authenticity
• Experience fostering and reinforcing an environment that values unique experiences, cultures, backgrounds, and goals

• The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health does not provide visa sponsorship, now or in the future, for staff positions.
• Harvard University requires pre-employment reference checks and background screenings.
• This position has a 90 day orientation and review period.The O&R period will be waived for any internal Harvard employee transfers.

• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
• Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
• Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
• Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
• Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.

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