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Nebraska Methodist Health System
Payroll Manager
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What they do
A Payroll Manager manages payroll department operations and staff at a company or organization. Ensures that employee wages, salaries, benefits and deductions are calculated correctly, and that paychecks are distributed on time. Coordinates with human resources staff with regard to staff promotions and pay grades.
$99,963 / year median in Nebraska
-7% projected decline
Job Description
Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System? At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care
- a culture that has and will continue to set us apart.
Job Summary:
Location:
Methodist Corporate Office Address:
825 S 169th St.- Omaha, NE Ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll for all employees, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and company policies.
Responsibilities:
Essential Functions Leadership:
Oversees the payroll functions, provides strategic direction to the department and manages a team.Payroll Processing:
Lead and manage the end-to-end payroll process ensuring accurate and timely payment of employee salaries, wages, bonuses, and deductions.Compliance & Reporting:
Ensure payroll compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Produce and maintain accurate payroll records and reports, including tax filings, benefit deductions, garnishments, and other statutory deductions.System Management:
Payroll configuration, updates, and troubleshooting. Manage scheduling and ensure payroll synchronization with employee shift data.Data Integrity & Audits:
Regularly audit payroll data to ensure accuracy, address discrepancies, and ensure that employee records are up-to-date in both systems.Collaboration & Support:
Partner with HR and Finance departments to resolve payroll-related issues. Provide guidance and support to employees regarding payroll inquiries and discrepancies.Tax Filing & Reporting:
Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely payroll tax filings (federal, state, and local), and ensure the company's compliance with all applicable tax laws.Payroll System Improvements:
Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of payroll processing.Employee Records Management:
Ensure accurate employee data entry into payroll systems and work with employees and HR to update any changes to compensation, benefits, or tax withholding as needed.Training & Development:
Train and mentor payroll team members, ensuring a high level of knowledge and proficiency in payroll best practices and system usage. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.Schedule:
Full time Mon•Fri Job Description:
Job Requirements Education Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required. Experience Minimum of 5 years of payroll experience required. Payroll experience in healthcare and physician compensation calculations and related components preferred. Strong knowledge of payroll laws and regulations, including federal, state, and local tax laws preferred. Experience with multi-state payroll processing preferred. Experience with advanced features and configurations in Workday (such as reporting and integrations) preferred. Knowledge of union payroll processes preferred. License/Certification Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification preferred. Skills/Knowledge and Abilities Expertise with payroll processing platforms. Background that includes Workday and Qgenda are preferred but not required. Proficiency in advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, lookups, indexes. Strong understanding of payroll processes, systems, and tools. Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in all tasks. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve payroll-related issues quickly and efficiently. Excellent organizational and time-management skills. Strong communication skills to effectively work with employees and cross-functional teams. High level of discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive information. Physical Requirements Weight Demands Light Work- Exerting up to 20 pounds of force. Physical Activity Occasionally Performed (1
- 33%): Balancing Climbing Carrying Crawling Crouching Distinguish colors Kneeling Lifting Pulling/Pushing Reaching Standing Stooping/bending Twisting Walking Frequently Performed (34
- 66%): Hearing Repetitive Motions Seeing/Visual Speaking/talking Constantly Performed (67
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