Senior Payroll Specialist - FT - Day - Accounting Lawrenceville NJ

Capital Health (US)•Pike, NY

8d•$25 - $36

About The Position

Supports Payroll department with the accurate and timely processing of bi-weekly, multi-state payroll process for hourly and salaried employees. Utilizing the Human Capital Management system (HCM), ensures compliance across multiple states and with federal wage and hour laws. Handles more complex payroll processes (i.e. Leave of Absences). Processes timely and accurate payroll related reports utilizing current software programs. Serves as an initial point of contact for escalated items.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Five years payroll processing experience.
Strong understanding of payroll laws and regulations.
Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
Organized and strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Strong data entry skills.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with team members to maintain confidentiality of payroll/employee information.
Highly motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred.
Workday experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinates state and federal filings with external third-party vendors
Calculates and processes payroll adjustments, such as wage garnishments, benefits, and tax withholdings.
Works with other team members to review payroll inputs within own area of responsibility to minimize errors.
Reviews employee hours worked, overtime, and PTO, to ensure hours are timely approved by managers for payroll processing.
Reviews and checks payroll previews prior to Payroll settlement.
Provides guidance and instructions to managers regarding payroll process and best practices.
Monitors and audits employees submitted tax and direct deposit selections.
Provides support to employees for utilizing HCM self-service.
Monitors integration of payroll files from third-party vendors into Workday
Prepares and issues timely and accurate replacement checks when necessary.
Collaborates with HR to monitor and audit accurate supplement pay for employees.
Works with applicable departments to resolve issues regarding workers compensation leave.
Sets up employee direct deposits, voluntary deductions, garnishments, mail drops.
Audits the data entered daily for accuracy.
Involved in payroll processing audits to reduce errors.
Tracks, researches, troubleshoots, and/or escalates all payroll related issues, with thorough follow through until fully resolved.
Maintains an accurate knowledge of CH policies and government as it relates to running Payroll.
Prepares payroll reports to reconcile and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
Supports employees, managers, and/or HR with excellent customer service, assistance, and education on payroll and all payroll related matters.
Provides excellent customer service by addressing concerns, resolving issues, and offering guidance on payroll matters while maintaining a professional demeanor.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical Plan
Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Healthcare FSA - Dependent Care FSA
Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD)
Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)
Employee Assistance Program
Commuter Transit
Commuter Parking
Supplemental Life Insurance - Voluntary Life Spouse - Voluntary Life Employee - Voluntary Life Child
Voluntary Legal Services
Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance
Voluntary Pet Insurance
Paid Time-Off Program