Payroll Specialist

Munson Healthcare•Traverse City, MI

About The Position

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

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 Human Resources, Payroll, Benefits Office, or closely related experience.
Excellent critical thinking and decision-making skills, particularly with highly confidential matters.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

Review timesheets and attendance records to 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 excellent customer service while maintaining confidentiality and protecting employee privacy.
Collaborate with the payroll team to troubleshoot issues, identify process improvements, and 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.