- Assignment Category: Not Applicable
- FTE: 1
General Summary
Performs a variety of responsibilities and tasks related to processing, production and auditing of the payroll. Acts as a resource to payroll staff, managers and general staff in responding to questions, problem solving, researching regulations, practices, etc. Makes recommendations for changes to processes and procedures when appropriate.
Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
- Is accountable for the accuracy of payroll checks, tax calculations, deductions, pay codes and general maintenance of the payroll and timekeeping systems.
- Monitors implementation of legal issues and advises the payroll leads for implementation.
- Educates supervisors and other timekeepers in the use of the timekeeping system.
- Coordinates the application of rules and regulations regarding pay and ensures compliance with federal, state and local tax rules.
- Understands how WellSpan pay processes and policies work in conjunction with external regulations and with other HR and Finance related processes. Takes the initiative to ensure that these processes work appropriately together and are not creating adverse results for one or another system.
- Assist the payroll leads to research and develop reports, spreadsheets and documents to assist in payroll automated solutions and processes.
- As a member of the Payroll processing team, verifies time records and works with timekeepers and managers/supervisors to ensure accurate records and payroll processing.
- Calculates special adjustments, rates, tax deductions, benefits and other deductions for special, unusual or corrected payroll runs.
- Works closely with leave coordinator in managing the records of staff on leaves of absence.
- Produces and reviews voluntary deduction reports and processes involuntary deductions such as garnishments and levies.
- Validates the payroll process during regular and off pay week processing.
- Helps employees understand their payroll information as needed.
- Performs scheduled and regular tasks as part of payroll processing.
- Maintains appropriate record keeping and reporting of time record information. Compiles data and prepares regularly scheduled and special report.
Common Expectations:
- Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment and safety standards.
- Participates in educational programs and in-service meetings.
- Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.
- Assist in the training of new staff.
Qualifications
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
- Associates Degree Required
Work Experience:
- 4 years Payroll processing experience. Required
- Experience working in the Lawson and Kronos environments. Preferred
Courses and Training:
- CPC designation through APA. Upon Hire Preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Mathematical skills.
- Intermediate Excel skills.
- Basic computer skills.
Benefits Offered:
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Retirement savings plan
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Education assistance
- Financial education and support, including DailyPay
- Expanded Paid Parental Leave
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