The Payroll Specialist is a vital contributor to our Accounting services and will process bi-weekly payroll for approx. 2,000 employees (both hourly & salary) across our 90+ locations in Central Ohio. This position is also responsible for all other payroll related duties including but not limited to 401k contribution processing, garnishments, and benefit deductions. • Full-Time/Benefits Eligible • Monday - Friday - 8am - 5pm • Westerville, OH ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Process biweekly and/or other scheduled payrolls accurately and within established deadlines for physicians and employees across multiple local tax jurisdictions. • Review payroll data, timecards, earnings, deductions, benefit elections, and payroll changes for accuracy before payroll is finalized. • Process and maintain employee garnishments, including child support orders, tax levies, creditor garnishments, and other court-ordered deductions. • Research account reconciliations for payroll accounts. • Review, research and respond to employee questions regarding pay and payroll taxes. • Manage pending pay items and retroactive pay calculations. • Approve manager self-service transactions to ensure completeness for payroll processing. • Generate and compile reporting for payroll purposes, including standard and custom reports. • Assist in year-end data review and compliance. • Administer 401K contributions and loan payments. • Perform other payroll-related duties and special projects as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Licensures & Certifications • Required: High School diploma or GED • Required: Minimum of five (5) years of hands-on Payroll processing experience, payroll adjustments, retroactive payments, garnishments, W-2, and federal, state and local taxation. • Required: Minimum of three (3) years Accounting General Ledger experience. • Required: Work on Sundays and/or Holidays when payroll deadline requires. • Preferred: Associate’s degree in related field or equivalent education and experience. • Preferred: Payroll experience within a physician group, healthcare organization, medical practice, or similar healthcare environment. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities • Excellent verbal & written communication skills and interpersonal skills with ability to communicate to employees and Physicians at all levels of the organization. • Innovative problem solving, critical thinking and analytical skills. • Experience with 401(k) calculations, courtesy tax issues, retro earnings, employee payroll questions, running payroll reports and assisting with year-end compliance. • Strong computer and system skills, including advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel; Workday experience preferred. • Working knowledge and experience with Payroll & Timekeeping platforms, as well as HR Information Systems (HRIS); UKG experience preferred. • Ability to work on a team, be flexible, and display a positive attitude. • Ability to work independently and prioritize and organize work effectively in order to complete daily tasks efficiently and on time. • Ability to understand complex GL coding.