Payroll Analyst — Finance Assistant Manager/Analyst

Working/Functional Title
Payroll Analyst
Position Summary
Advance your payroll career at Michigan State University’s Office of the Controller! We're seeking a Payroll Analyst to manage complex payroll operations, tax reporting, international employee taxation, and SAP payroll processes. Join a collaborative team, expand your expertise, and make a direct impact supporting one of the nation's leading public research universities.

Support the operations of MSU’s central Payroll Office, an impactful department within the Office of the Controller, by ensuring employees are paid accurately and in compliance with university policies and applicable federal, state, and local tax regulations. Collaborate with payroll staff and campus partners to analyze and resolve payroll-related issues, including payroll reporting, SAP master data maintenance, deduction processing, and international employee taxation.

Contribute to the continuous improvement of payroll operations by...