FOS- Payroll Support, DPS
Listed on Delta Air Lines’s official careers site. Posted October 23, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
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How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)
SUMMARY
The Payroll Support role supports accurate and timely payroll processing while providing analytical, reporting, and systems support for payroll and instructor compensation. This role analyzes payroll data, develops reports and dashboards, monitors performance metrics, resolves employee questions, and improves payroll workflows and controls. The position helps employees receive accurate and timely pay while protecting confidential payroll information.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
AND TASKS
- Assist with collecting, organizing, and reviewing timekeeping and payroll information beforescheduled processing deadlines
- Check employee records, time entries, pay rates, deductions, and supporting documentation forcompleteness and obvious discrepancies
- Enter and update approved payroll information in company systems according to documentedprocedures
- Prepare routine payroll reports, audit files, reconciliation support, and processing checklists
- Research routine payroll questions and provide status updates using approved guidance
- Document payroll issues and route items requiring policy interpretation, approval, or correction topayroll leadership
- Follow up with employees, managers, and internal partners to obtain missing or correctedinformation
- Maintain organized payroll records, reports, approvals, and processing archives in accordance withretention requirements
- Assist with verifying that payroll changes are reflected accurately in reports and employee records
- Protect employee personal, banking, tax, compensation, and payroll information at all times
- Perform other related duties and administrative tasks as assigned KNOWLEDGE
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to follow written procedures, checklists, calendars, and approval requirements
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office 365 applications
- Ability to organize documents and data while meeting recurring deadlines
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to identify discrepancies, research routine questions, and escalate issues appropriately
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment with sensitive employee information
- Ability to work independently on assigned tasks and collaborate with payroll, human resources,operations, and managers What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)
- Two years of payroll, timekeeping, accounting, data entry, or administrative support experiencepreferred Experience with Microsoft Excel, payroll systems, timekeeping systems, or Smartsheet preferred
- Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.
- Embraces a diverse set of people, thinking and styles.
- Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency.
- Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States. What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications) COMPETENCY STATEMENTS
Accuracy
- Reviews data carefully and completes work with minimal errors
Dependability
- Meets payroll deadlines and communicates promptly when information is missing or anissue arises
Problem Solving
- Researches routine discrepancies and follows established escalation procedures
Communication
- Provides clear, professional updates to employees, managers, and internal partners
Accountability
- Takes ownership of assigned payroll tasks and maintains complete documentation
Confidentiality and Integrity
- Protects sensitive information and performs duties honestly and ethically
Teamwork and Respect
- Works professionally with people of different backgrounds, roles, andperspectives Benefits and Perks to Help You Keep Climbing
- Space Available Personal Travel to include eligible dependent
- Medical, Dental and Vision Plans available
- Annual Incentive + 401(k) match (following one year of service) Delta Air Lines, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and provides reasonable accommodation in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.
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