Senior Payroll Specialist

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Finance & AccountingPayroll Specialist
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Overview

Compensation Salary Range: $29.09 - $43.83 per hour The pay range above represents the lowest possible rate for the position and the highest possible rate.

Key Responsibilities

Senior Payroll Specialist - One (1) Full-Time Position Available Position Overview: The Senior Payroll Specialist assumes primary responsibility for the Health System’s in-house payroll processing.

Requirements Summary

Minimum Qualifications: High school graduate or equivalent (GED). Three (3) years of experience in payroll processing and payroll tax reporting. Three (3) years of experience with payroll and time and attendance applications.

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What We Offer

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The pay range above represents the lowest possible rate for the position and the highest possible rate. Factors that may be used to determine where newly hired employees will be placed in the pay range include the employee specific skills and qualifications, relevant years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Most often, a newly hired employee will be placed below the midpoint of the range.

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Responsibilities

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The Senior Payroll Specialist assumes primary responsibility for the Health System’s in-house payroll processing. Primary responsibilities include the processing of payroll, defined contribution plans, garnishments and tax liabilities. The position will demonstrate strong knowledge of wage and hour law, payroll concepts and practices, and have the proven ability to interpret payroll procedures and policies, California Employer’s Guide and the IRS’ Employer’s Tax Guide. The position will also identify and improve payroll processes, resolve payroll issues, and provide exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

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  • Process time cards on a timely basis to ensure payroll distribution time schedule is met
  • Review and code time cards to ensure payment is consistent with the System’s policies
  • Coordinate with various departments and with Human Resources to ensure appropriate employee file documentation for deductions and other pay arrangements, and keep records electronically in an organized manner for ease of access
  • Resolve employee payroll issues in a courteous and timely manner
  • Calculate and input payroll adjustments and retroactive pay increases
  • Prepare appropriate documents and secure appropriate approvals for payroll tax deposits and for transfer of payroll funds as needed and within the prescribed time frame
  • Process all child support and garnishment court orders and timely submit for payment
  • Maintain and timely process defined contribution plans according to the plan documents
  • Prepare and submit as appropriate (monthly, quarterly, annually) required Federal and State payroll reports
  • Keep immediate supervisor informed of payroll issues and any reporting discrepancies
  • Stay current on the Health System payroll policies, payroll regulatory requirements, and payroll tax withholding and reporting requirements at both state and federal levels
  • Ability to review payroll policies and determine areas where pay practices are inconsistent with policy, coordinating updates to policy with management
  • Ensure that the Heath System policies and regulatory requirements as it relates to payroll and payroll processing are being administered correctly
  • Assist in the development of policies and procedures as needed including the ability to compose new and/or revised policies and identify key issues
  • Maintain and update payroll tax rates on system used by the Health System
  • Coordinate changes to the payroll processing system, researching and updating program modifications and impact on users and payroll staff
  • Coordinate and/or conduct various payroll tax and audits as they arise (EDD, IRS, 403b, and workers compensation)
  • Conduct payroll training at new hire orientations
  • Adhere to departmental and Health System policies as it relates to confidentiality of payroll information.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Requirements

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    Requirements

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    • High school graduate or equivalent (GED).
    • Three (3) years of experience in payroll processing and payroll tax reporting.
    • Three (3) years of experience with payroll and time and attendance applications.
    • Three (3) years of experience with in-house, payroll processing and taxation.
    • Two (2) years of experience using MS Window, MS Excel and MS Word.
    • Ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines under minimal supervision.
    • Ability to work independently, timely and identify and improve payroll processes.
    • Ability to resolve payroll issues and provide exceptional customer service.
    • Ability to maintain confidentiality.
    • Detail-oriented and exceptionally organized.
    • Very good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

     

    Requirements

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    • AA degree in Business, Accounting or in an equivalent area.
    • Two (2) years of hospital payroll background experience.
    • Three (3) years working progressively in a payroll office in a senior or supervisory position.
    • Six (6) years of experience in payroll processing and payroll tax reporting.
    • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or other designation.
    • One (1) year of Meditech and/or ExpressNet software experience.

     

     

    Community Memorial Health System was established in 2005 when Community Memorial Hospital in Ventura merged with Ojai Valley Community Hospital. It is comprised of these two hospitals along with a network of primary and specialty care health centers serving various communities across west Ventura County. Our health system is a community-owned, not-for-profit organization. As such, we are not backed by a corporate or government entity, nor do we answer to shareholders. We depend on – and answer to – the communities we serve.

     

    Community Memorial Hospital – Ventura has been awarded a prestigious five-star rating by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)! This achievement represents thousands of people going the extra mile every day for our patients, and we are the ONLY hospital in Ventura County to earn this distinction!

     

     

    What We Offer

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    Competitive Pay
    Shift Differentials
    In-House Registry Rates
    Fidelity 403(b) Retirement Plan
    Paid Time Off
    Medical (EPO/PPO), Dental, & Vision Insurance Coverage
    Voluntary Worksite Benefits
    Employee Assistance Program Available 24/7 (EAP)
    Tuition Reimbursement
    Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
    Recognition programs
    Employee service recognition events
    Home, Retail, Travel & Entertainment Discounts
    National Hospital Week and National Nurses Week celebrations

    Location & Eligibility

    Where is the job
    Suite 204
    On-site at the office
    Who can apply
    Same as job location

    Listing Details

    Posted
    May 6, 2024
    First seen
    May 6, 2026
    Last seen
    May 6, 2026

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