Payroll Specialist

Optimal Care • Jackson, MI

9h • $56,000 - $66,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Optimal Care is where your dedication meets a rewarding career.
As a clinician owned and operated company, we create the opportunity and environment for each employee to realize their highest potential while maintaining a personalized focus on our Patients and Families every day. We are the Midwest's premier provider of Physician Services, Home Health, and Hospice Care. Our integrated care delivery model incorporates technology, innovation and best practices. We produce value based outcomes by managing chronic disease process, rehabilitation and end of life care.
We live a simple Mission: Serve Together, Provide Value, and Deliver Exceptional Quality Care.
What does this mean for you? At Optimal Care, you have our resolute commitment to being an exceptional place to work. Your expertise, passion and commitment to exceptional quality care will continue to thrive. With you we can build a remarkable place to work.
As a Payroll Specialist, you will manage a broad range of payroll functions, including processing, auditing, and reporting. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work confidently with payroll systems and standard office technology. The ideal candidate demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and a high level of accuracy in data handling.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Must be able to speak, read and write English
• Good communication, interpersonal, telephone and documentation skills
• Excellent word processing skills
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task
• Must be discreet and maintain HIPAA and confidentiality in the workplace

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree in Finance or related field
• 1 year experience in multi-state payroll
• Prior experience with processing payroll utilizing web-based payroll system

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for multi-state operations and maintain accurate payroll records
• Enter and verify data within payroll and accounting systems
• Respond to payroll inquiries and process garnishments, raises, bonuses, and commissions
• Maintain organized and accurate payroll documentation and filing systems
• Provide backup support for administrative functions and assist with general office tasks as needed

Benefits

• Minimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company Vehicle Program
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Mentorship Culture
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Cutting Edge Technology

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED