Payroll Specialist

Illuminus is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team. The individual will be responsible for coordinating and processing all aspects of the bi-weekly payroll function, as well as assisting with benefits administration, workers compensation, and disability claims filing and follow-up. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be able to maintain a positive image of the entity in the community, and be willing to take on-call services as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and actively promotes effective communication with all individuals.
• Maintains a positive image of the entity in the community keeping in alignment with our mission, vision, and values.
• Responsible for on-call services, as assigned.
• Responsible for entire bi-weekly payroll process, as well as quarterly and year-end payroll reporting.
• Maintain payroll and personnel records.
• Process new, terminated and status changes for employees. Including time clock, payroll system, benefits and notification to IT for security access.
• Review benefits and obtain required documentation.
• Process federal and state taxes, garnishments, and child support.
• Responsible for enrollment, changes, cancellation, and payment submission for employee health, dental, life & disability insurance, flex plan and 401k retirement plan.
• Responsible for employee leave of absences, including required FMLA documentation and tracking, collection of insurance premiums and loans.
• Submit disability and workers compensation claims.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

• Associate degree in related field.
• Five years payroll and personnel experience.
• Knowledge of timekeeping system and payroll software.
• Word processing and spreadsheet knowledge.
• Typing and filing abilities.
• Commitment to quality outcomes and services for all individuals.
• Ability to relate well to all individuals.
• Ability to maintain and protect the confidentiality of information.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions.
• Ability to adapt to change.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Health Saving Account with Potential Company Contributions
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Financial and Retirement Planning at No Charge
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Basic Life Insurance & AD&D - Company Paid
• Short and Long Term Disability - Company Paid
• Voluntary Ancillary Coverage
• Referral Bonuses
• Employee Assistance Program

If you are a highly motivated individual with a passion for people and a desire to make a difference, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities. We invite you to apply today or visit our website for more information. We'd look forward to meeting you

Illuminus is a faith-based, not-for-profit senior living management company dedicated to serving older adults and families throughout the Midwest with skill and compassion. We own or manage over a dozen communities in Wisconsin and beyond, offering independent senior housing, assisted living and memory care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation, low-income senior housing, home health and hospice services via Commonheart , management support and consulting.

The people of Illuminus are not just our colleagues, our employees, our residents—they are our parents, our grandparents, our partners, ourselves. We serve others with gratitude, dignity, hope and purpose. We believe that the right care can and will transform us all.