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Deaconess

Payroll Specialist III

Deaconess, Evansville, Indiana, United States, 47725

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We are seeking a Payroll Specialist III to manage the day-to-day operations of payroll processing for all Deaconess employees. This position is crucial in ensuring the accuracy and timely delivery of bi-weekly payrolls and will serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries. You'll play a key role in handling payroll for multiple employee types, performing audits, and resolving issues, all while supporting the financial needs of various hospital departments as assigned.

Job Overview

As a Payroll Specialist III, you'll process weekly and biweekly payrolls for hourly, salaried, and non-exempt employees. You'll be responsible for reviewing, preparing, and verifying pay data, processing payroll calculations, and resolving any payroll-related issues or discrepancies. Additionally, you'll collaborate on process improvement initiatives and assist with the transition to automated payroll systems.

What You Will Do

• Process weekly and biweekly payrolls for hourly, salaried, and non-exempt employees, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.

• Review and audit payroll data, resolve errors or discrepancies, and ensure compliance with payroll policies.

• Generate required payroll reports for processing and auditing purposes.

• Investigate and resolve payroll issues related to payments, wages, deductions, and other payroll items.

• Respond to payroll inquiries via email, providing clear and timely support to employees.

• Support process improvements and assist in transitioning from manual to automated payroll systems.

• Back-up other Payroll Specialists, including those responsible for garnishments, tax levies, child support, and other deductions.

What You Will Need

• High School Diploma required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field - Preferred

• 3+ years of payroll experience, including knowledge of payroll systems and HR software - Required

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced functions like VLookups, Pivot Tables) - Required

• Knowledge of payroll processing, audits, and issue resolution - Required

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee data with discretion - Required

• Strong communication skills with a customer-focused attitude and professionalism - Required

• Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team - Required

Keywords

Payroll Processing, Payroll Specialist, HR Systems, Accounting Software, Payroll Audits, Wage Deductions, Employee Support, Process Improvement, Confidentiality, Microsoft Excel, Garnishments, Tax Levies, HRIS, Payroll Reporting, eTIME

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