PAYROLL SPECIALIST II at owensboroworkdaytest – Owensboro, Kentucky

PAYROLL SPECIALIST II

Job Summary
Ensures accurate processing and recording of the company's payroll by providing timely and accurate financial information and participating in daily payroll functions. Job Responsibilities

• Executes time and attendance processing and interface with payroll.
• Assists in payroll system upgrade testing and reports results to area Project Manager.
• Maintains all balancing records necessary for annual external agency audit.
• Assists in gathering documentation needed by internal and external auditors.
• Stays current with all HR policies specific to employee payments.
• Assists in keeping current the standard operational procedures for all applicable responsibilities of the payroll department.
• Manages workflow to ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely.
• Reconciles payroll prior to transmission and validate confirmed reports.
• Monitors payroll specific GL accounts researching and resolving out of balance issues.
• Prepares Journal entries as needed.
• Serves as mentor to Payroll Specialist I.
• Performs all activities necessary to process one or more in house payrolls, including maintaining records, filing of reports and voluntary deduction reports, processing involuntary deductions such as levies, garnishments and child support.
• Assists management and executive leaders in gathering payroll data.
• Assists department managers and supervisors with timecard maintenance and problem resolution.
• Understands proper taxation of employer benefits and cafeteria plan withholdings.
• Understands federal, state and local withholding computation(s) along with bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual filing of reports and payments (including electronic payments) and W-2's.
• Deals sensitively with confidential material.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in related field required upon hire
• A combination of education, training and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• A minimum of 2 years' relevant experience required
• No licensure/certification/registration required

Skills and Attributes

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Working knowledge of payroll best practices and federal, state and local regulations for profit and non-profit entity.

Physical Demands

• Standing: Occasionally
• Walking: Occasionally
• Sitting: Frequently
• Lifting 0-25 lbs: Rarely
• Lifting 25-75 lbs: Never
• Lifting over 75 lbs: Never
• Carrying 0-25 lbs: Rarely
• Carrying 25-75 lbs: Never
• Carrying over 75 lbs: Never
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Rarely
• Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Never
• Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Never
• Climbing: Rarely
• Bending/Stooping: Rarely
• Kneeling: Rarely
• Crouching/Crawling: Rarely
• Reaching: Occasionally
• Talking: Frequently
• Hearing: Occasionally
• Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Never
• Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
• Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
• Running: Never
• Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
• Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
• Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
• Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently

Owensboro Health Core Commitments
INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.