Payroll Specialist

ADELANTE HEALTHCARE INC•Phoenix, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Payroll Specialist is primarily responsible for functions of payroll processing and the completion of required ad hoc reports, on a timely and accurate basis. Responsible for calculating other compensation as needed. Quarterly and year-end reporting including, but not limited to 941’s, W-2’s. Will be responsible for managing the architecture of and data maintained within the Payroll/HRIS system. This position works under the general supervision of the Disbursement Manager. Additional responsibilities include assisting with accounting functions and financial reporting relating to Accounts Payable inclusive of timely processing, verification, tracking, reporting, and payment of all approved invoices.

Requirements

Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in electronic payroll processing
Minimum of one (1) year experience with ACA payroll reporting requirements
Experienced in quarterly and annual reporting requirements
Understanding of payroll taxes, garnishments, and other deductions
Experience with reconciling payroll general ledgers
Ability to multi-task, organize, and prioritize
Ability to always maintain confidentiality
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Must have ability to prepare reports and meet required deadlines
Excellent computer skills i.e., Windows, MS Office, and payroll data systems
Ability to take and follow directions, flexible, team oriented, energetic, punctual, conscientious
Excellent business English, spelling, punctuation, and oral communication skills
Competency in dealing with people of various cultures and social status
Ability to recognize and implement areas of improvements & efficiencies
High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution
Demonstrated excellence in customer service with the ability to interact with internal and external customers
Demonstrated proficiency with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Working knowledge of State and Federal regulatory requirements surrounding reporting, and other fundamentals required for the position
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as the ability to work as a team
Must speak fluent English
Valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety for all specialty behavioral health locations

Nice To Haves

Patience-Centered Medical Home (PCMH)
All employees are responsible for promoting and participating in interdisciplinary communication and collaboration to enhance the delivery of quality across the health care system.
Employees should maintain an environment which supports and engages patients and co-workers in a caring team-based model to promote wellness and improve health outcomes.
Adherence to Compliance and Code of Conduct
All employees are required to comply with Adelante Healthcare’s written standards, including its Compliance Program and Standards of Conduct, policies and procedures and reporting of any conduct that potentially violates Adelante’s legal or compliance requirements.
Such compliance will be an element considered as part of the regular performance evaluation.

Responsibilities

Maintain confidential, accurate, and up-to-date payroll files
Prepare, process, and distribute payroll accurately and timely
Calculate monthly provider incentives
Support the responsibility for high data integrity of HRIS data through regular audits; troubleshoot irregularities; partner with People Services to research, correct discrepancies, and ensure compliance
Prepare and submit quarterly and annual reporting as required by State and Federal guidelines
Research and preparation of payroll analysis, projections, internal reports as required or needed by management
Communicate directly with internal personnel and employees regarding questions, changes, payments, and deductions
Reconcile assigned general ledger accounts
Attend instructional programs, seminars as needed to update knowledge of payroll laws/procedures
Work directly with external auditors as needed
Assist with the preparation of the annual audit