HR and Payroll Specialist

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a full time HR and Payroll Specialist in Vancouver, Washington...... This hybrid role requires the incumbent to be onsite 3 or more days per week.

This position is responsible for preparing and inputting payroll data using an automated system to produce accurate and timely payroll. Processes and verifies payroll data to ensure correct wage payments to employees and provides support and aides in the payroll process including but not limited to tax filing, report writing, and assisting with inquiries and problem resolution.

What you will enjoy:

• Audit time and attendance for all employees for consistency and accuracy, clarifying inconsistencies with supervisors.

• Processes calculations for overtime, differential and other special adjustments in the computer system. Maintains knowledge and compliance with bargaining unit agreements with particular attention to language pertaining to pay issues, state payroll laws, and federal regulations.

• Processes calculation of tax deductions, benefits and other deductions. May process manual payments for special payments, keeping appropriate records. Processes quarterly taxes, W-2s and garnishments.

• Maintains compliance with policies and procedures related to payroll.

• Coordinates direct deposit program and mails paychecks as necessary.

• Reviews and resolves errors from audit reports.

• Reviews and resolves employee and supervisory payroll questions. Assists employees in understanding payroll calculations and deductions.

• Maintains knowledge of computer systems and software.

• Maintains a variety of records and reports, compiling statistical or accounting information as requested. Provides reports and training to external and internal customers.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Associate Degree in Accounting, Business or related field

• Minimum of 3 years Payroll experience including demonstration of payroll rules and regulation, preferably for a large employer.

• Minimum of 1 year General HR experience preferred.

• Certified Payroll Professional preferred.

Skills:

• 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.

• Highly organized; able to consistently complete work within set timelines, with a high attention to detail and accuracy.

• Able to demonstrate evolved customer service skills, including compassion and ability to communicate issue resolution.

• 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.

The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $26.70 - $40.06. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

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 (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) .

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.

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