Payroll Support Specialist (Sturgis)

Work for a company where you make a difference in people's lives every day!

At GT, we know that our people are at the heart of our success. If you love your work, enjoy collaboration, and want to learn, you’ve come to the right place! Let us help you discover a new passion for doing good in a growing industry.

Our mission: To help people live a life of their choosing, regardless of age or ability.

GT Independence has won numerous awards and recognitions for being a great workplace, including being named a 2025 National “Best and Brightest Companies to Work For!" In addition, we were recently awarded the Great Place to Work® Certification for 2025/2026 — an honor granted to only the nation’s top employers that offer exceptional employee experiences.

The Payroll (Self Determination) Support Specialist or SDSS is a representative of GT Independence who ensures paychecks are calculated accurately and efficiently by following departmental procedures and adhering to agency requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Accurately and efficiently perform all steps of the payroll process which includes the following:

• Timesheet Reviewing
• Time Tracking
• Proofing & Posting
• Disbursements
• Reviewing overlap and overtime reports
• Accurately and efficiently complete payroll checklists for assigned agencies. Resolve any discrepancies that may exist in the document.
• Work with team leader to identify strategies for reducing errors that appear on the weekly OAR report.
• Collaborate with the staff to resolve rejected timesheet issues and reduce out-of-cycle payroll disbursements (RFP’s)
• Completes administrative tasks such as filing, copying, data entry, etc...
• Maintains confidentiality of records relating to clients
• Identifies opportunities to improve our processes
• Upholds company values and mission
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION

• High School diploma or GED equivalent

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of administrative procedures and terminology
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office programs
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Effective decision-making skills
• Ability to plan and organize daily work to meet deadlines
• Strong ability to participate on a highly effective team.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is performed in a typical office setting.

GT Independence is a national, family-owned organization and a trusted leader in personal and financial services for people in need of home and community-based care throughout the country. We help tens of thousands of people in public health programs across the country find and hire their own personal assistants.

Our operations team strives to create trust, autonomy and even fun. We believe that everyone can contribute and that the best employees are intrinsically motivated, so we excel because we respect each other and we love what we do.

We value excellence, but we won’t micromanage to achieve it. If you are self-motivated, we’ll give you the freedom to succeed on your own. Team members enjoy generous paid time off, competitive wages and benefits and the opportunity to grow professionally. Grow with us!

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What Culture & Belonging Means at GT: Bring Your Authentic Self To Work

GT is committed to being a welcoming and inclusive community. We aspire for all staff to feel comfortable bringing their full, authentic selves to work. We want people to feel valued and have a sense of belonging. GT strives to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We recognize that our diversity makes us stronger. It also drives innovation and ultimately helps us achieve our mission of self-determination.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16