Payroll Specialist

Munson Healthcare•Traverse City, MI

About The Position

The Payroll Specialist reviews timesheets and attendance records, corrects inaccuracies, processes changes to tax deductions, benefits, and garnishments, and oversees payroll transactions and related reporting. The role conducts audits of payroll procedures and records, establishes and processes employee deductions, and develops, documents, and implements procedures to improve payroll efficiency. The specialist manages fiscal-year payment calendars, responds to employee questions about earnings, deductions, and taxes, and maintains knowledge of applicable state and federal payroll laws. The position provides customer service while protecting confidential employee information, collaborates with the payroll team to troubleshoot issues and identify process improvements, and participates in payroll and timekeeping projects. The role also maintains accurate, confidential personnel and benefits records, works with HRIS Analysts to resolve payroll discrepancies, and performs other assigned duties.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED equivalent.
Three to five years of progressive clerical experience, with demonstrated ability to maintain a high volume of records and accurately post information.
At least three years of experience in Human Resources, Payroll, a Benefits Office, or a closely related area.
Excellent critical-thinking and decision-making skills, particularly when handling highly confidential matters.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher.

Responsibilities

Review timesheets and attendance records and identify and correct inaccuracies.
Process changes to tax deductions, benefits, and garnishments.
Oversee payroll transactions and related reporting.
Conduct regular audits of payroll procedures and records.
Establish and process employee deductions.
Develop, document, and implement procedures to improve payroll efficiency.
Manage fiscal-year payment calendars.
Respond to employee inquiries regarding earnings, deductions, and taxes.
Maintain knowledge of applicable state and federal payroll laws.
Provide customer service while maintaining confidentiality and protecting employee privacy.
Collaborate with the payroll team to troubleshoot issues and identify process improvements.
Participate in payroll and timekeeping projects.
Maintain accurate and confidential personnel and benefits records.
Work with HRIS Analysts to resolve payroll discrepancies.
Perform other duties as assigned.