Sr Payroll Specialist - Payroll - Full Time

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•New Orleans, LA

About The Position

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! This job will be responsible for processing and supporting all payroll functions specifically relating to biweekly payrolls, leave plans, timekeeping for all company employees. Maintains confidentiality in a professional and discretionary manner. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Requirements

Education Required – High School diploma or equivalent
Work Experience Required – 5 years of Payroll experience
Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
Strong organizational skills.
Good time management skills and self-directed.
Good judgement and conflict resolution skills.
Positive interpersonal skills including the ability to effectively and professionally work with people from all backgrounds.
Ability to work with and maintain confidential information.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

Preferred – Bachelor’s degree
Preferred – Experience with payroll processing for large companies
Project management experience
Certifications Preferred – Certified Payroll Professional

Responsibilities

Process payroll leave plans and maintains the auditing and updates pertaining to physician leave.
Organize and develops testing plans with all payroll related special projects (i.e. Lean Projects).
Audits payroll processes such as additional pay and other uploads.
Prepares and processes payroll for all of the company.
Enters all adjustments in Workday and Kronos systems.
Creates reporting for leadership.
Advises employees on matters related to payroll policies and procedures, including clarifications on earnings, withholding and other deductions.
Creates and initiates transfer of direct deposit file and bank files.
Other related duties as required.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.