Central Payroll News

Payroll transactions with an Earnings End Date prior to October 4, 2021 or any payroll transactions that have been moved previously using the recently retired Direct Retro tool will no longer be able to be processed as Salary Cost Transfers (SCT)/Direct Retros in UCPATH.  

Update: July 10, 2025

Expansion of Eligibility for Paid Sick Leave PPSM:

UC Sick Leave Policy Prior to 2025:

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The Controller’s Office is providing this update regarding recent UCPath-initiated corrections to FICA and DCP Safe Harbor contributions. These adjustments address a system error that impacted employees transitioning from student to non-student status, resulting in missed Medicare deductions and...

In accordance with University policy, eligible faculty members may receive additional compensation for work performed during the summer months. This page provides detailed Summer Salary information on eligibility, payment processing, deadlines, and escalation...

The UC Merced Office of the Controller is issuing the following update related to payroll suspense activity that remains unresolved at the time of year end close.

As we quickly move towards curtailment and the new year, Student Employment Services would...