Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Payroll Systems Analyst Limited Duration for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position.

This limited duration position is anticipated to last through spring of 2025 and is a remote position. The incumbent must reside in OR, WA, AK or TX by date of hire.

This position performs a variety of advanced payroll and accounting tasks for all aspects of payroll including auditing of database, bi-weekly processing and reconciliation, reporting and pay distribution. Serves as regional lead in software upgrades as well as coordinates projects between HR, IT, Payroll and other departments. Instructs, trains, and resolves problems both internally and externally.

Essential Functions

• Performs all steps necessary to keep the payroll system accurate and updated through the use of report writing and auditing.

• Compiles audit documentation and assists with both internal and external auditors in maintaining accuracy of the payroll information.

• Works closely with Accounting Services to resolve discrepancies between payroll accounts and the general ledger.

• Maintains the payroll chart of accounts, incomes, deductions, department levels and authorization groups.

• Submits a variety of reports in a timely manner, and uses software and reporting tools to create ad hoc reports requested by departmental managers.

• Ensures compliance with Federal/State Tax and Wage and Hour laws, company policies/procedures, union contracts, and benefit programs as they relate to payroll.

• Service as additional source to payroll management for payroll related questions, instruction, training and problem resolution.

• Participates in the analysis, implementation, and maintenance of appropriate information systems.

• Tests and debugs programs and systems to determine likely problem areas, constructing and using sample data to test programs or system failures and redesigning programs and systems to correct such failures.

• Evaluates the system to determine that all corrections have been properly made with no unanticipated and undesirable side effects.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Business or related field preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years full cycle payroll experience.

• Minimum of 1 year experience with system analysis and implementation.

• Hospital payroll experience preferred.

Credentials

• Certified Payroll Professional preferred.

Skills

• Working knowledge of payroll processing, as well as tax laws and regulations applicable to payroll.

• Knowledge of software systems including reporting tools and web development.

• Knowledge and understanding of accounting and budget practices preferred.

• Experience working with Lawson HR and payroll systems and Kronos time and attendance systems preferred.

• Analytical, financial management, creative problem solving, and decision making skills.

• Ability to work responsibly in an environment with multiple work demands, short time frames, and minimal supervision.

• Must have the ability to maintain high level of confidentiality, pay close attention to detail, and effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively across departments and disciplines.

• Proficient in Microsoft applications including Excel and Word; automated time and attendance systems and HRIS systems.

• Strong organizational skills.

Working Conditions

• Consistently operates computer and other office equipment.

• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

• Sedentary work.

• Predominantly operates in an office environment.

• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

The general salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $27.47 – $41.21. The actual hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to, the job/position responsibilities, location, terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, education, training, work experience, seniority, work performance, etc.

PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.