HCM Functional Analyst
Job no: 541399
Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Business/Accounting/Finance, Human Resources, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support
Department:62011200 - HR-EMPOWERING UF
Classification Title:
HCM Functional Analyst
Classification Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience in an appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities
Payroll Operations
• Analyze payroll transactions and results to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, exceptions, and complex pay issues.
• Perform reconciliations of payroll-related data and financial transactions.
• Audit payroll processes and records to identify and correct errors.
• Support payroll processing activities during peak periods and critical payroll cycles.
System Testing and Process Validation
• Develop and execute payroll test scenarios and test scripts.
• Validate payroll calculations, earnings, deductions, taxes, leave accruals, and retroactive adjustments.
• Analyze test results and document findings, defects, and recommendations.
• Coordinate with functional and technical partners to track and resolve system issues.
• Participate in unit testing, integration testing, parallel testing, and user acceptance testing.
Reporting and Analytics
• Prepare payroll reports, data analyses, and operational metrics.
• Review data quality and identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with regulatory reporting and audit requests.
• Support payroll balancing and reconciliation activities.
Business Process Improvement
• Document payroll procedures, workflows, and controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, compliance, and service delivery.
• Assist with implementation of new payroll processes and technologies.
• Support change management, knowledge transfer, and end-user training activities.
Customer Service and Collaboration
• Serve as a resource to payroll staff and campus partners regarding payroll processes and procedures.
• Collaborate with Human Resources, Benefits, Finance, and Information Technology teams.
• Provide professional customer service while resolving payroll-related inquiries.
Expected Salary:
$65,000; Commensurate with experience.
The University of Florida offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and long-term success, including competitive compensation, robust health and retirement programs, generous leave and holiday plans, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth and career advancement, all within a collaborative, high-performing academic community.
For more information on our elevated benefits, click here https://welcome.hr.ufl.edu/ .
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience in an appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:No
Advertised: 18 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 25 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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Job no: 541399
Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Business/Accounting/Finance, Human Resources, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support
Department:62011200 - HR-EMPOWERING UF
Classification Title:
HCM Functional Analyst
Classification Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience in an appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities
Payroll Operations
• Analyze payroll transactions and results to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, exceptions, and complex pay issues.
• Perform reconciliations of payroll-related data and financial transactions.
• Audit payroll processes and records to identify and correct errors.
• Support payroll processing activities during peak periods and critical payroll cycles.
System Testing and Process Validation
• Develop and execute payroll test scenarios and test scripts.
• Validate payroll calculations, earnings, deductions, taxes, leave accruals, and retroactive adjustments.
• Analyze test results and document findings, defects, and recommendations.
• Coordinate with functional and technical partners to track and resolve system issues.
• Participate in unit testing, integration testing, parallel testing, and user acceptance testing.
Reporting and Analytics
• Prepare payroll reports, data analyses, and operational metrics.
• Review data quality and identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with regulatory reporting and audit requests.
• Support payroll balancing and reconciliation activities.
Business Process Improvement
• Document payroll procedures, workflows, and controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, compliance, and service delivery.
• Assist with implementation of new payroll processes and technologies.
• Support change management, knowledge transfer, and end-user training activities.
Customer Service and Collaboration
• Serve as a resource to payroll staff and campus partners regarding payroll processes and procedures.
• Collaborate with Human Resources, Benefits, Finance, and Information Technology teams.
• Provide professional customer service while resolving payroll-related inquiries.
Expected Salary:
$65,000; Commensurate with experience.
The University of Florida offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and long-term success, including competitive compensation, robust health and retirement programs, generous leave and holiday plans, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth and career advancement, all within a collaborative, high-performing academic community.
For more information on our elevated benefits, click here https://welcome.hr.ufl.edu/ .
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience in an appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:No
Advertised: 18 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 25 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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