Payroll Specialist -FT

Arkansas Heart Hospital - Little Rock, AR

Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - Little Rock, AR

Hospitals

About the position

The Payroll Specialist at Arkansas Heart Hospital is responsible for supporting the payroll administrator by performing payroll processing functions and conducting payroll/labor analysis. This role requires the individual to execute payroll independently and on time, while also assisting with various accounting-related tasks. The position demands attention to detail and flexibility in a fast-paced environment, working closely with financial accountants and managers on special projects and analyses as needed.

Responsibilities

• Act as the backup to the payroll administrator, preparing and completing the payroll cycle.
• Review time records and payroll data for accuracy and compliance, entering data into the payroll system.
• Preview payroll runs for accuracy and ensure data balances prior to processing.
• Prepare and deliver manual payroll checks in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax payments.
• Independently prepare various payroll reports accurately.
• Analyze payroll data to provide critical information to Accounting and HR.
• Maintain payroll files in a confidential and organized manner.
• Assist the Accounting Team with reporting functions and prepare labor distribution reports.
• Regularly audit payroll items and resolve issues as needed.
• Assist in the budgeting process related to salaries and wages.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of three years' experience in payroll processing, preferably in Healthcare Payroll.