Regional Payroll Specialist

Harborview Health Systems is looking for a knowledgeable Payroll Specialist to process and manage the multifacility company’s payroll. A payroll specialist is able to use payroll software with accuracy and efficiency. They are good with numbers and can be trusted with confidential information. They must have great communication skills and be detail oriented. The goal is to ensure personnel receives the correct compensation in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Gather information on hours worked for each employee

• Calculate the correct pay amount incorporating overtime, deductions, bonuses etc. with assistance of a computer system

• Receive approval from upper management for payments when needed

• Administer statements of payment to personnel either electronically or on paper

• Process taxes and payment of employee benefits

• Keep track of hourly rates, wages, compensation benefit rates, new hire information etc.

• Address issues and questions regarding payroll from employees and superiors

• Prepare reports for upper management, finance department etc.

Skills

• Proven experience as a Payroll Specialist or Payroll Manager

• Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals and payroll best practices

• Very good knowledge of legislation and regulations of the field

• Proficient in MS Office, Excel and Outlook.

• Good knowledge of relevant payroll software (i.e. ADP) and databases

• Trustworthy with attention to confidentiality

• Outstanding organizational ability with great attention to detail

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's in Business, Accounting or relevant field is a plus