Payroll Specialist

Description :

The Payroll Specialist assumes primary responsibility for the Health System’s in-house payroll processing. Primary responsibilities include the processing of payroll, garnishments and tax liabilities.

The position will demonstrate 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.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities :

• 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.
• Process all child support and garnishment court orders and timely submit for payment.
• 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.
• Ensure that the Heath System policies and regulatory requirements as it relates to payroll and payroll processing are being administered correctly.
• Adhere to departmental and Health System policies as it relates to confidentiality of payroll information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

• HS Diploma or GED required
• Must be able to work fully onsite
• Payroll processing
• Garnishments
• Payroll tax
• Healthcare industry background is preferred

About Aston Carter :

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies.

We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence.

With offices across the ., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through :

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.