What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Payroll Administrator position at Dent Neurologic Group LLP?
Dent Neurologic Institute is committed to excellence in all we do. Our culture is built on 4 key pillars: respect, quality, productivity, and well-being. By remaining dedicated to these values and the overall mission, we are dedicated to making a difference for both patients and colleagues. When you join the Dent team, you can take advantage of a variety of benefits:
- Work-Life Balance (no overnight shifts)
- Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Critical Illness, Accident, & Legal Plans
- Wellness Program
- Learning & Development Opportunities
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Free Onsite Parking at All Locations
We are currently hiring for a LEAD PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR opportunity! You will be joining a great accounting team with the responsibility of leading the payroll function for all Dent employees. This includes bi-weekly processing of payroll, coordinating work of other payroll support team member(s), all payroll system administration and electronic timekeeping activities, participating in payroll & benefit reconciliation processes, 401(k) funding, profit-share calculations, and other related tasks.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the preparation and processing of biweekly payroll for over 450 employees; review and ensure accuracy of approved timesheets; track and deduct all garnishments and other special deductions
- Coordinates work with the other Payroll Administrator
- Responsible for the coordination efforts between payroll, human resources and other departments to ensure proper flow and maintenance of employee data in the payroll system
- Handle the administration of the electronic timekeeping system. Setup each employee; monitor PTO policies and ensure data transfers properly to the payroll system
- Handle employee correspondence via phone, email, and fax
- Maintain payroll files and documentation
- Fund 401(k) benefit monthly, prepare data for non-discrimination testing, 5500 and profit share calculations annually
- Work with HR and Accounting team to reconcile balance sheet accounts related to benefits; prepare payroll related journal entries and reconcile bank accounts
- Assist with annual external audit needs
- Prepare and update written policies and procedures related to scope of work
- Communicate effectively with management team and employees with a customer service focus
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree with 2 years payroll experience preferred or minimum 5 years payroll experience
- ADP Workforce Now experience desired
- Proficient in Microsoft Office skills (Excel in particular)
- Knowledge of general ledger systems/journal entries
- Strong problem solving skills
- Experience in healthcare preferred, but not required
- Accuracy and detail orientation is a must
- Ability to work independently to meet communicated schedules and deadlines; multi-task
- Ability to function as a team player
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to interact with employees and vendors in a professional manner
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Working Conditions:
- Normal working environment, typical of most office settings
- Minimal physical effort, requires some lifting of files, usually not in excess of 15 pounds.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Compensation:
- Most candidates will start within the first quartile of the pay range
- Rates are commensurate with experience
EEO Statement: DENT Neurologic Institute is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.
