Accounting Coordinator Associate at University of Kentucky – Lexington, Kentucky

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleAccounting Coordinator AssociateRequisition NumberRE52894Working TitlePayroll AnalystDepartment Name3A400:Payroll ServicesWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level43Salary Range$19.18-30.68/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationAAClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience2 yrsRequired License/Registration/CertificationNone.Physical RequirementsSitting for long periods of time.ShiftMonday – Friday; 8:30 am – 5:00 pm.Job SummaryPayroll Services’ supports the University community in producing accurate and timely employee compensation payments in compliance with Federal, State and University regulations while providing exceptional customer service to meet the payroll needs of our students, faculty and staff. This position requires someone who is skilled in their attention to detail, a strong work ethic, organizational skills, the ability to meet the established deadlines and providing exceptional customer service.

Duties for this position include:

• evaluation, calculation and entry of tax documents, direct deposit information and Court Ordered deductions to ensure data integrity and timely processing of biweekly and monthly payrolls
• assist and provide direction to University departments and employees on all aspects of payroll regarding SAP data processing and payroll functionality while adhering to all University, Federal, State, and Local government regulations
• validation of W2 and 1042S information for all University employees
• maintenance of Nonresident Alien documentation, ensuring proper taxation and compliance with IRS regulations.

Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesSAP, Word, Excel, strong communication, and attention to detail.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to Apply01/25/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How many years of paid work experience do you have in a customer service position?
   • None
   • More than 0, through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
2. * How many years of work experience do you have processing payroll?”
   • None
   • More than 0, through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
3. * How many years of UK SAP Payroll experience do you have?
   • None
   • More than 0, through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
4. * Please describe your experience working with SAP, UK's Payroll Processes or similar systems.

   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents