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Fiscal Analyst-Payroll

Maricopa Community College district
life insurance, paid time off, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 403(b)
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
Sep 19, 2025
Fiscal Analyst-Payroll Job ID: 321868 Location: South Mountain Comm College Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Salary Range $56,202.00 - $73,062.00/annually, DOE Grade 115 Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm Work Calendar 12 Months Maricopa Summary 10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities. The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision- creating excellence in education for a better world. We focus on people-not profits. With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college. We don't just support our community-we help build it. We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact. We believe our employees are our most valuable asset. Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix. Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year. Campus Statement South Mountain Community College (SMCC) reflects the diversity of the surrounding community, a rich mix of rural, urban, and suburban neighborhoods. Many of our students arrive from Phoenix, Laveen, Tempe, Guadalupe, and the surrounding area to attend classes at the main campus or our offsite facility in Guadalupe; we also offer evening courses in Laveen at Betty Fairfax High School. Of the approximately 5,000 students enrolled at SMCC nearly 70 percent were first-generation college students and 48 percent intended to transfer to a university to further their education. And, with more than 80 percent of these students identifying as a minority, SMCC has been federally designated as a Minority Serving and Hispanic Serving Institution. Our small, personalized classes are offered days, evenings, and online, led by an engaged and accomplished faculty. Career and academic counseling are also available. SMCC is also a Strengths-Based Institution, helping you determine your strengths and then strategize with you to maximize those strengths in your academic and career choices. Benefits Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD: Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package: Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time 20 Paid Observed Holidays Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b) Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents Annual Professional Development Funding Flexible Work Schedules Employee Health & Wellness Programs: District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter Virta Diabetes Reversal Program, Support Groups, and Diabetes Empowerment Education Programs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services Mobile On-Site Mammography Screenings Pre-Retirement Planning Events Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer) Job Summary The Fiscal Analyst, specializing in payroll is responsible for managing and coordinating payroll-related activities for faculty and staff at South Mountain Community College. The role requires meticulous attention to detail, commitment to confidentiality, proactive analysis, and compliance with employment regulations and college policies. Essential Functions Payroll Management and Coordination (75%) Manages payroll processes at the college level to ensure accurate pay processing at the District level. Collaborates closely with the District Payroll team to ensure timely and accurate compensation. Collaborates with Academic Affairs Scheduling function to: Pay Period Audits - Both roles nudge pending assignment approvals Calculates Chair and faculty supplemental pay, obtains necessary approvals, and completes accurate data entry in alignment with the Faculty Agreement and Staff Policy Manual. Processing of Faculty One-Time or Additional Pay Dynamic Forms Creation of SIS Faculty Pay Forms Monitoring Approvals for SIS Pay Forms Notifying Faculty of Approved Pay Forms Audit by Pay Period of SIS to HCM Integration Sub Pay Questions Tableau Max Earnings Assistance Review Faculty Supervision & Non-Supervision Budgets for Accuracy and Compliance Within Admin Regs and RFact Off-Cycle Checks Calculates retroactive pay adjustments and other pay modifications, accurately inputting data into payroll systems. Supports payroll processes for part-time, hourly, exempt, and faculty pay in accordance with Maricopa County Community College District policies, including the Faculty Agreement and Staff Policy Manual. Proactively researches and analyzes payroll data using the Human Capital Management (HCM) system and Student Information System (SIS) to verify pay accuracy. Investigates payroll discrepancies, determines root causes, and resolves issues efficiently. Documents payroll errors, clearly communicating resolutions with employees, supervisors, and management, including missed approvals. Develops routine and ad-hoc payroll reports, audits, and reconciliation documents. Provides training and guidance to employees and supervisors on payroll procedures to ensure compliance. Cross-trains team members on payroll functions to ensure coverage and consistency in payroll processing. Position Management and Coordination (25%) Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in finance, accounting, business or public administration or related field and two (2) years of experience providing professional financial analysis and support in the areas of finance, payroll, budgeting, or a closely related financial/fiscal area of assignment. OR An equivalent combination of the conferred degree and directly related full-time work experience as described above sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation, may be considered. Desired Qualifications A. Experience with higher education or public sector payroll processes B. Experience with MCCCD Faculty Pay or other complex pay structures C. Proficiency in Human Resources Information Systems, Student Information Systems and Payroll Systems both in data entry, reporting and information analysis How to Apply Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application. Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed. Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered. Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information. Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or; Part-Time employment, to include Adjunct or Associate Professor (must include number of hours worked, contact hours or load) Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position. Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview. Posting Close Date Apply on or before Thursday, October 2, 2025 to be considered. EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance." The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators. The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act. To apply, visit https://jobs.maricopa.edu/psp/MCPAHPRD/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1000&JobOpeningId=321868&PostingSeq=1 jeid-bca7384a9e59e04b8ca3f4e53d2a3839