Primary Purpose

The primary purpose of Payroll Administrator is to process payroll end-to-end (hours, overtime review, shift differentials, PTO, deductions, taxes) with full compliance. This individual will also prepare payroll related journal entries and reconcile payroll and benefit General Ledger accounts so payroll, taxes and benefits tie out each period.

Duties and Responsibilities

Process bi-weekly payroll for non-union hourly and salaried employees
Accurately calculate wages, overtime, shift differentials, PTO, bonuses, and other earnings
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws (FLSA, IRS, PA regulations)
Maintain payroll records related to new hires, terminations, pay changes, and deductions
Review payroll deductions including benefits, retirement contributions, and garnishments
Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and tax-related questions
Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll and employee data
Prepare and post payroll-related journal entries to the general ledger
Reconcile accrued payroll, benefits, taxes, and related GL accounts monthly
Investigate and resolve payroll and benefits variances in collaboration with Controller and HR
Support month-end and year-end close processes related to payroll
Assist with payroll, benefits, and workers’ compensation audits
Coordinate with payroll vendors to ensure accurate reporting and financial integration
Work closely with Human Resources and Finance to ensure alignment between payroll, HRIS, and accounting systems
Ensure timely and accurate payroll tax filings and year-end reporting (W-2s, 941s, etc.)
Assist with process improvements to enhance payroll accuracy and efficiency
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field preferred
Minimum of 3–5 years of payroll processing experience in a non-union environment
Experience in healthcare, senior living, or multi-shift environments strongly preferred
Hands-on experience with payroll systems such as ADP
Working knowledge of payroll accounting, journal entries, and GL reconciliation
Strong understanding of payroll tax regulations and wage and hour compliance
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Office
High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail
Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or state regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, employees, and outside vendors.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages.
Ability to solve practical problems, and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardizations exist.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Requirements

Long periods of sitting.
Moves intermittently throughout the day.

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field preferred

Other Duties

Compliance

Must comply with all compliance, ethics, safety, security and company policies.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Health Savings Account

Dental Insurance

403(b) Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Life and AD&D Insurance

Long Term Disability

Voluntary AFLAC

LegalCare

Paid Time Off

Student Loan Paydown Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Scholarships

Employee Appreciation Events

Technology

Anybill	Payroll Processing
ADP	HRIS/Payroll SystemIS/Payroll System
MatrixCare	General Ledger System
FullCount	Point of Sale
WorxHub	Work Order Management
MS Office	Microsoft 365 Office Suite
Adobe Acrobat	Adobe

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