Payroll and HRIS Specialist

Description

• Generate regular and ad hoc reports from the HRIS system as needed.
• Crosstrain with the Benefits and HRIS Specialist to provide coverage and support during periods of PTO or other absences.
• Assist in the implementation and optimization of HRIS modules and workflows.
• Stay current with payroll laws, trends, and best practices.
• Maintain and update employee records in the HRIS system, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to support policies, audits, reporting, and month-end processes.
• Manages verification of employment requests, ensuring timely and accurate responses whether processed internally or through authorized third-party vendors.
• Administers employee wage garnishments and related deductions in compliance with federal and state regulations, coordinating with third-party processors as applicable
• Perform ongoing analysis of payroll data to identify trends, inefficiencies, errors, and potential cost savings—monitoring areas such as overtime, changes in payroll reports, and processing discrepancies.
• Respond promptly to employee payroll inquiries through People Assist in HRIS and payroll email inbox regarding payroll, timekeeping, and related issues.
• Assist with the administration of employee benefits programs, ensuring accurate deductions and enrollments.
• Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for all employees accurately and on schedule for multiple states and locations within the company.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and tax requirements.
• Reconcile payroll reports and resolve payroll discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Ensure accurate timekeeping for all employees using time-tracking systems (e.g., Kronos, Workforce Management) and resolve any discrepancies.

Requirements

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong understanding of payroll compliance, tax laws, and wage and hour regulations.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency with payroll and HRIS software (UKG is strongly preferred).
• Benefits Experience: Knowledge of benefits administration within healthcare or senior living settings is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Business Administration, OR equivalent work experience in payroll, HRIS, or a similar capacity may be substituted for the degree requirement.
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in payroll processing.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Certifications: Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or related certification is a plus.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in Senior Living/Healthcare: Previous experience working in a senior living or healthcare environment is helpful.
• Proven experience in payroll processing and HRIS management, preferably in healthcare or senior living environments.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance