Senior Payroll Coordinator

Ardent Health is a leading provider of healthcare in growing mid‑sized urban communities across the U.S. With a focus on people and investments in innovative services and technologies, Ardent is passionate about making healthcare better and easier to access. Through its subsidiaries, Ardent delivers care through a system of 30 acute care hospitals, 24,000+ team members and more than 280 sites of care with over 1,800 affiliated providers across six states. Position Summary The Senior Payroll Coordinator will be responsible for all payroll related functions and provide support to all payroll related needs for the organization. The Senior Payroll Coordinator responsibilities include processing timesheets, updating payroll records and answering employee questions about payments. Responsibilities Full end to end payroll processing to ensure the accurate processing of wage payments to exempt and nonexempt staff Process attendance records and other documents (e.g. W-2 and tax forms) Check payroll information for accuracy and ensure all relevant paperwork is in order Coordinate with HR about changes in payroll (e.g. terminations, new hires) Oversee electronic payments and distribution of payroll checks Process other financial compensations or deductions (e.g. annual bonuses, severance pay, taxes, workers' compensation) Answer payroll‑related questions from employees Interact with internal and external auditors; provide access to payroll and other related records as required Maintain records for annual workers' compensation audits Audit and maintain sick/annual leave records for all eligible employees Compile and maintain data necessary to calculate and process payments for annual/sick leave payoff upon termination Process termination documents and final checks Sort, prioritize, review for accuracy and process incoming payroll/personnel documents Complete calendar year‑end processing of payroll, including supplemental payrolls, W-2 and other tax forms Qualifications Education & Experience High School Diploma 4+ years of payroll experience Hands‑on experience with payroll software/HRIS; Lawson and Kronos system experience preferred Experience in Microsoft tools required: Outlook, Word, Excel Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to provide accurate and efficient service under the stress of constant deadlines Knowledge of high‑volume, multi‑state payroll systems, processes, and procedures Knowledge of public institution personnel/payroll practices and procedures Knowledge and understanding of payroll documentation procedures and requirements Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications Ability to analyze and solve problems Knowledge of federal and state tax laws Ability to understand and process complex paperwork Knowledge of procedures and standards for check processing Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to audit and maintain financial records #LI-BB1 #J-18808-Ljbffr