Payroll Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Advance your Payroll career with a collaborative healthcare organization where accuracy, teamwork, and employee support are valued every day.

Pay: $32.00 - $42.00/hour

Payroll Specialist Opportunity:

• Full-Time | Permanent Position | Monday–Friday | Onsite
  
• Manage the full payroll cycle for an organization of approximately 100–130 employees, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing.
  
• Review and audit employee timecards, process payroll, run payroll reports, and communicate with employees and leadership regarding payroll-related questions.
  
• Maintain and support HRIS/payroll systems, including system configuration, updates, and troubleshooting (experience with systems such as SmartLinx, ADP, Workday, or similar HRIS platforms preferred).
  
• Process payroll for a workforce with multiple union contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and labor agreements.
  
• Report directly to the Chief Human Resources Officer while collaborating with the HR team to support payroll operations and continuous process improvement.
  

Payroll Specialist Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  
• Minimum 3 years of full-cycle payroll experience required.
  
• Experience processing payroll in a union environment preferred.
  
• Experience maintaining and configuring HRIS/payroll systems (SmartLinx, ADP, Workday, or similar).
  
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage confidential information with accuracy and professionalism.
  
• Willingness to obtain the Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification within one year of employment.
  

The Surrounding Community:

• Located in a rural community offering a slower pace of life and an excellent work-life balance.
  
• Ideal opportunity for candidates relocating from Northern Minnesota or those seeking a quieter lifestyle.
  
• Enjoy a close-knit workplace where employees collaborate across departments and make a meaningful impact.
  
• Build a long-term career with an organization that values professional development, teamwork, and employee success.