Payroll Specialist

At Singing River Health System, caring isn’t just part of the job — it’s in our DNA. Whether we’re saving lives, supporting behind the scenes, or showing up for our community, we bring the energy, heart, and hustle every single day. With pride, passion, and commitment, we will improve health and save lives in our community every day. Schedule Shift: Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM) Location Lingle Building Position Overview The Payroll Specialist will ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll, including calculating wages and processing taxes. Ensure that all necessary payroll related reports and disbursement are made on an accurate and timely basis. Attention to detail, ability to work in software programs, and organization skills are important for this role. Additionally, knowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to payroll processing is beneficial. Essential Disclosures DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. Education High School diploma required with courses in or equivalent experience in bookkeeping, accounting, business, English, mathematics and computer applications. License N/A Certifications N/A Experience Minimum of two (2) years at handling payroll processing for a significant number of employees or significant experience dealing with various computer software along with a rapid ability to learn. Reports To Payroll Manager or Controller in his/her absence. Supervises None Physical Demands Work is moderately active: involves sitting with frequent requirements to move about the office, move about the facility, and to travel to another facility within the SRHS service area. Exerting a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Repetitive motions: substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and or fingers while operating standard office equipment such as a computer keyboard. Exposure to body fluids, sputum and tissues, which may carry the hazard of infectious disease. Close visual acuity and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus when viewing a computer monitor or printed material. Ability to be active for extended periods and to work changes as required by hospital needs (off days, shifts, weekends). Mental Demands Must demonstrate keen mental faculties and decision-making abilities. Superior communication skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Emotional stability to deal with high stress levels. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations; maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships across SRHS and other organizations. Special Demands Superior customer service skills and professional etiquette. Proficient computer skills (keyboard proficiency) and experience with MS Outlook and Word; familiarity with other office technology (telephone, fax). Ability to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply professional skills to a patient population of all ages where applicable. Application Note If you’re looking for purpose, teamwork, and a place where what you do truly matters, you’ve found it. Let’s do big things together. Apply now and join our team. #J-18808-Ljbffr Singing River Health System