Payroll Coordinator

Position Summary

The Payroll Coordinator handles all payroll related functions for Mary Greeley Medical Center. This includes processing payroll, maintaining and preparing taxation forms , IPERS and other payroll related reporting. Maintains employee data, handling payroll questions and completing any other tasks necessary for monitoring and overseeing the company's payroll process.

Position Responsibilities

Unit Specific Position Responsibilities

Coordinates payroll operations

Maintains and updates the payroll system files and tables as appropriate

Prepares payroll for biweekly distribution

Prepares and remits tax payments to State and Federal government agencies, as well as payments to IPERS

Prepares the required monthly, quarterly and yearly compensation and tax reports, including Federal, State, IPERS and Job Service of Iowa

Prepares and distributes annual W-2 tax data to medical center employees and files with the IRS, meeting all deadlines

Assures payroll integrity and compliance by knowing and understanding the Iowa Wage and Hour rules and regulations, as well as other State and Federal compensation and tax regulations

Implements, maintains, and reviews payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions, including salaries , benefits, garnishment, taxes, and other deductions.

Prepares and maintains list of job duties and responsibilities to assure proper payroll operation performance

With direction, prepares and maintains payroll policies and procedures

Acts as liaison with banks, credit unions and / or finance institution for payroll direct deposit

Assists with reconciliation of all payroll related liability accounts

Cross-trains other staff in payroll processing.

Assists with coordination of executive benefits

Assists with FTE reporting.

Communicates professionally with staff regarding any payroll questions or concerns

Performs other duties as assigned

Attends in-service meetings, educational programs, etc. to maintain current understanding of trends and changes relevant to the industry and finance in general.

Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates.

Provides back up to benefit coordinator.

Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience

Required Qualifications (Including any licensure, certification, education) :

High school graduate with a minimum of an assoicates degree, in business or a related field.

Organizational Requirements :

Maintain stroke education per regulatory requirements.

Preferred Qualifications :

Associates or bachelor’s degree in a business-related field

Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience :

Knowledge of payroll regulations and personnel policies; tax law and IPERS regulations.

Ability to maintain effective professional working relationships.

Provides excellent customer service

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and or related software.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Experience :

None Specified