Finance Specialist - Payroll

Oakwood Village • Madison, WI

10d

About The Position

This position reports to the Controller and is responsible for payroll, regulatory submissions, and financial analysis projects. Our mission statement is: We are Called to serve a thriving community of seniors that live with dignity, connection and purpose.

Requirements

• Knowledge of payroll functions and general accounting principles.
• Accurate and detail oriented.
• Demonstrate organizational and prioritization skills to meet deadlines.
• Willingness to learn and implement new software and automation
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate and foster teamwork to support Oakwood’s mission.
• Exercise professional judgment and work with minimal supervision.
• Information management skills and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to share constructive feedback.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Excel skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages payroll workload. Ensure payroll is processed in an accurate, compliant, and timely manner.
• Act as administrator of payroll software including management of employee information.
• Collaborates effectively with Human Resources.
• Processes and remits benefit deductions within payroll system and with third party vendors (insurance, FSA, 403(b), etc.).
• Prepares and/or submits reports for compliance requirements.
• Prepares payroll journal entries and reconciles correlating general ledger accounts.
• Monitors accuracy and timeliness of payroll service provider tax filings, wage attachments, and garnishments.
• Assists in the development and implementation of payroll policies and procedures and payroll-related training.
• Contribute to special projects and create efficiencies through automation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree