Payroll Specialist

Full-time / 40 hours per week / 1st shift Location: 1077 Gorge Blvd, Akron, OH 44310 Summa Health System is recognized as one of the region’s top employers by a number of third party organizations, including NorthCoast 99. Exceptional candidates gravitate to Summa because of its culture, passion for delivering excellent service to our patients and families commitment to our philosophy of servant leadership, collegial working relationships at every level of the organization and competitive pay and benefits. Summary Responsible for the accurate and timely processing and distribution of payroll. Process biweekly payroll in a multi-state environment, with the occasional off-cycle, in compliance with all Federal, State and Local Regulatory Agencies as defined by law. Test new pay codes and deduction codes in compliance with all Federal, State and Local tax compliance; updating and maintaining payroll process documentation; testing of Regulatory Bulletins for BSI tax software. Provides customer service to Summa Health’s internal and external customers via telephone or email. Minimum Qualifications Formal Education Required: Associates degree in Accounting, Finance or business related field, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. American Payroll Association Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CCP) preferred. Experience and Training Required: Minimum of two (2) years of payroll processing experience, and/or Payroll FPC or CPP Certification. Knowledge of FLSA and DOL Knowledge of Federal, State and Local tax compliance. Multi-state and PFMLA tax knowledge a plus Previous experience with automated payroll/HRIS systems. Lawson HRIS preferred. Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the internet. Other Skills, Competencies and Qualifications: Expected to perform all responsibilities with a commitment to providing superior customer service to Summa Health’s internal and external customers and maintaining an atmosphere of teamwork and continuous improvement. Assumes accountability for demonstrating behaviors consistent with the Summa Health Code of Conduct, Standards of Behavior and Our Commitments. Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment to meet strict deadlines. Population Specific Competency: Ability to effectively interact with populations of patients/customers with an understanding of their needs for self-respect and dignity. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with hospital departments and representatives of courts, banks and government agencies. Ability to operate multiple machines, shredders, adding machine, PC, and related office equipment. Must maintain confidentiality of Payroll, Compensation, Employee and financial information. Demonstrate organizational, planning, communication, decision-making and interpersonal skills. Must possess good mathematical skills and ability to perform arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately. Ability to work independently and with a team Commitment to professional growth and development. Ability to prioritize multiple projects with specific deadlines Strong attention to detail Level of Physical Demands: Sedentary: Exerts up to ten pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled $22.61/hr - $27.14/hr The salary range on this job posting/advertising is base salary exclusive of any bonuses or differentials. Many factors, such as years of relevant experience and geographical location are considered when determining the starting rate of pay. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members when determining offers. Please keep in mind that the range that is listed is the full base salary range. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical. Summa Health offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program to include medical, dental, vision, life, paid time off as well as many other benefits. Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Supplemental Life and AD&D Dependent Life Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Retirement Savings Plan Flexible Spending Accounts – Healthcare and Dependent Care Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Education Assistance Daily Pay #J-18808-Ljbffr Summa Health System