Sr Payroll Specialist

Point32Health Payroll Processor Point32Health is a leading not-for-profit health and well-being organization dedicated to delivering high-quality, affordable healthcare. Serving nearly 2 million members, Point32Health builds on the legacy of Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Tufts Health Plan to provide access to care and empower healthier lives for everyone. Our culture revolves around being a community of care and having shared values that guide our behaviors and decisions. We've had a long-standing commitment to inclusion and equal healthcare access and outcomes, regardless of background; it's at the core of who we are. We value the rich mix of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all of our colleagues, which helps us to provide service with empathy and better understand and meet the needs of the communities where we serve, live, and work. We enjoy the important work we do every day in service to our members, partners, colleagues and communities. Job Summary Ensure the accurate and timely completion of our bi-weekly, multi-state payroll processing using the Workday platform. Job Description Key Responsibilities/Duties: Biweekly payroll processing: Support the Payroll Specialist to ensure all steps to successfully transmit and settle the bi-weekly payroll are completed and accurate. Certify the post payroll reports and reconciliations between Workday and ADP is complete and any variances are researched and detailed. Process all changes in payroll system: Review Manager Self Service events for completeness, accuracy and verify approvals. Perform final approval of transactions and follow-up processes required to maintain accurate employee master file data. Review and approve all colleagues pay data changes in Workday for completeness, accuracy, and reasonableness in accordance with payroll processing deadlines. Maintain benefit deduction information for Liberty Mutual, Tuition Reimbursement, Bring Your Own Device, etc. Online Time & Absence Maintenance: Review online time & absence for accuracy, completeness, and consistency with company pay policies and follow up with the departments as needed. Support colleagues and managers with timecard and absence corrections as needed. Enter or review On Demand payments for involuntary terminations, missed wages and as requested. Aid and support colleagues, managers and HR by monitoring the Payroll Inbox, Teams, and Colleague Resource Center (tickets). Work with the Benefits team to ensure any leave issues are handled prior to payroll processing. Work with the Finance team to ensure all month end Payroll responsibilities are completed prior to closing deadline. Assist manager with year-end process and help ensure we are compliant with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations. Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and regulations to ensure accurate payroll processing. Assist in payroll reconciliations and audits. Qualifications Certification and Licensure: FPC or CPP certification is a plus Education: Required (minimum): High School diploma Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field Experience: Required (minimum): 5 years of payroll or related field Preferred: Workday and/or ADP SmartCompliance is a plus Skill Requirements: Strong understanding of payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance. Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, spreadsheets, vlookups) Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with internal parties across all levels of the organization. Ability to build connections and work with different departments to resolve issues. Organized, logical, and methodical, with a strong attention to detail. Working Conditions and Additional Requirements: Must be able to work under normal office conditions and work from home as required. Work may require simultaneous use of a telephone/headset and PC/keyboard and sitting for extended durations. May be required to work additional hours beyond standard work schedule. Salary Range: $28.92 -$43.38 Compensation & Total Rewards Overview: The annual base salary range provided for this position represents a range of salaries for this role and similar roles across the organization. The actual salary for this position will be determined by several factors, including the scope and complexity of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials, and experience of the candidate; as well as internal equity. As part of our comprehensive total rewards program, colleagues are also eligible for variable pay. Eligibility for any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits remains in the Company's sole discretion and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law. Point32Health offers their Colleagues a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which currently includes: Medical, dental and vision coverage Retirement plans Paid time off Employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buy-up coverage options Tuition program Well-being benefits Full suite of benefits to support career development, individual & family health, and financial health We welcome all All applicants are welcome and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. 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