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The Payroll Specialist assists with a variety of entry level payroll processing functions and record keeping work within the Payroll and HR Shared Business Operations (SBO) utilizing a working knowledge of Kronos Time and Attendance software and Oracle payroll system. This entry level position receives general direction from appropriate supervisor.
As a Payroll Specialist at Community Health Systems (CHS) - Shared Business Operations (SBO), you’ll play a vital role in supporting our purpose to help people get well and live healthier by providing safe, quality healthcare, building enduring relationships with our patients, and providing value for the people and communities we serve. Our team members enjoy flexible work schedules in a hybrid environment along with a robust benefits package including; PTO, sick time, comprehensive health benefits, and 401k.
Essential Functions
- Assists in daily payroll processing preparation and related record keeping functions
- Utilize various computer programs and applications to accurately enter and maintaining time keeping edits, adjustments, voluntary deductions, involuntary deductions and review/analysis for applicable payroll reports.
- Serves as key contact for facility personnel
- Maintains confidentiality as it pertains to all payroll information
- Adheres to the Code of Conduct and Mission and Value statement of the company
- Participates in provided training programs as applicable
- Performs responsibilities that contribute to wards meeting or exceeding team goals
- Promptly escalate appropriate issues to team lead and/or supervisor
- Provides prompt, courteous and accurate customer support in resolution of payroll transactions
- Performs a variety of payroll related clerical duties; data entry; assists and responds to questions and request for information.
- Provide suggestions and/or recommendations for changes to applicable processes or tools as recognized from functioning in the role on a daily basis
- Maintains payroll related reports and documents
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- H.S. Diploma or GED required
- Associate Degree preferred
- 1-2 years Some payroll processing experience with a working knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations that affect payroll required
- Some experience with Kronos Dimensions and Oracle preferred
- Experience in large payroll processing for multi-state and/or multiple facilities preferred
- Payroll experience in a healthcare field preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Kronos, Microsoft Excel, Medhost Accounts Payable
- Strong communication, organizational and customer service skills
- Proven ability to work successfully in a fast-paced environment while maintaining positive relationships with co-workers and supervisors
- Understands practical necessity of rules and ethical guidelines
Licenses and Certifications
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)-APA preferred
We know it’s not just about finding a job. It’s about finding a place where you are respected, valued and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling. A place where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.
The Shared Business Operation (SBO) for CHS offers a wide range of career opportunities, including many fully remote positions. Come be a part of the future of healthcare by joining an organization dedicated to a service-oriented modernized approach to providing the operational support to our facilities, and ultimately, our patients.
Community Health Systems is one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers. Developing and operating healthcare delivery systems in 40 distinct markets across 15 states, CHS is committed to helping people get well and live healthier. CHS operates 71 acute-care hospitals and more than 1,000 other sites of care, including physician practices, urgent care centers, freestanding emergency departments, occupational medicine clinics, imaging centers, cancer centers and ambulatory surgery centers.
