Payroll Specialist-Lead

This is a hybrid position that would require an onsite presence in Corvallis 1-2 days a week.
JOB SUMMARY
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PURPOSE A
ssists supervisor in maintaining the Payroll Module and Time/Attendance systems. Participates in teams, trains employees and assists with system implementations. Performs a lead role in all duties required for payroll processing including coordinating efforts of other Payroll Specialists.
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION T
he
SHS A
ccounting department manages and oversees Samaritan Health Services' finances to support the achievement of business goals and organizational objectives. We monitor all financial activities and internal controls to ensure regulatory compliance. We are responsible for producing an accurate, consistent, and timely monthly close and annual audit as well as the accounts payable and payroll functions.
EXPERIENCE
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EDUCATION
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QUALIFICATIONS A
ssociate degree from an accredited college in accounting or equivalent work experience required. Four (4) years experience in an accounting position of similar responsibility and complexity required. Recognized professional association license preferred. Experience with computers required. Experience with
MS
applications preferred.
KNOWLEDGE
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SKILLS
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ABILITIES C
omputer Literacy - Ability to use windows based computer systems. Knowledge of Microsoft suite of software, especially Office, Excel and Word. Ability to quickly enter data into spreadsheets, and manipulate data. Clerical - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures. Ability to utilize perform clerical functions such as word processing, managing files and records, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology. Communication – Ability to communicate effectively through all mediums of communication. Ability to multitask to answer communications in a timely manner. Ability to answer the phone with professional language, ask follow-up questions to understand issue, and ability to discover correct answers. Ability to compose professional email with appropriate subject, greeting, body and signature. Ability to maintain professional, polite, and positive attitude. Ability to read non-verbal communication and react professionally with disgruntled customers. Time Management - Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure. Process and Workflow Improvement – Ability to recognize inefficient processes, and provide recommendations on improved processes. Ability to document workflows, maintain documentation on current processes, and address changes with team. Adheres to all departmental guidelines and workflows. Rules and Regulations – Ability to research Payroll literature to understand government regulations. Ability to communicate rules and regulations to customers. Continually enhances knowledge base through research of real-life examples and study in current periodicals.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS R
arely (1 - 10% of the time) Occasionally (11 - 33% of the time) Frequently (34 - 66% of the time) Continually (67 – 100% of the time)
CLIMB
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STAIRS LIFT
(Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT
(Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 – 20 Lbs
LIFT
(Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
CARRY
1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
CARRY
2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
BEND FORWARD
at waist
KNEEL
(on knees)
STAND WALK
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LEVEL SURFACE ROTATE TRUNK S
tanding
REACH
- Upward
PUSH
(0 - 20 pounds force)
PULL
(0 - 20 pounds force)
SIT ROTATE TRUNK S
itting
REACH
- Forward
MANUAL DEXTERITY H
ands/wrists
FINGER DEXTERITY PINCH F
ingers
GRASP H
and/Fist None specified