Payroll Specialist - Viemed Healthcare : Job Details

Key Responsibilities:

* Time Sheet Collection and Data Entry:

* Gather and review timesheets from healthcare professionals, verifying hours worked, job assignments, and any applicable overtime or special pay rates.

* Payroll Calculation:

* Accurately calculate pay based on hourly rates, per diem rates, bonuses, commissions, and any applicable deductions (taxes, health insurance, retirement contributions).

* Payroll System Management:

* Input payroll data into the agency's payroll system, ensuring accurate data entry and timely processing.

* Compliance Management:

* Stay updated on federal and state payroll regulations, including wage and hour laws, to ensure compliance with all applicable requirements.

* Discrepancy Resolution:

* Investigate and resolve any payroll discrepancies or issues raised by healthcare providers, including discrepancies with hours worked, pay rates, or deductions.

* Reporting and Analysis:

* Generate payroll reports for management, including summaries of earnings, deductions, taxes, and other relevant data.

* Communication with Staff:

* Respond to payroll inquiries from healthcare professionals regarding paystubs, deductions, or other payroll-related questions.

* New Hire Onboarding:

* Assist with the onboarding process for new healthcare workers by collecting necessary payroll information and setting up deductions.

* Data Maintenance:

* Update employee payroll records with any changes in personal information, tax withholding status, or benefit elections.

* Required Skills and Qualifications:

* Strong attention to detail and accuracy with numbers

* Proficiency with payroll software and data entry systems

* Understanding of payroll regulations and compliance requirements

* Excellent communication and problem-solving skills to address payroll inquiries

* Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

* Experience in healthcare staffing or related industry is a plus

* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in business or accounting preferred

* Proven experience in a payroll position in a fast-paced environment required

* Strong knowledge of tax and wage laws

* Good understanding of the common fiscal procedures

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills

* Strong computer literacy including Microsoft Office applications

* Exceptional multitasking and organizational skills

* Able to work effectively with minimal supervision

* Physically able to work seated in front of a computer for long hours at a time

Education: Bachelor's degree in business or accounting preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 1 years' related experience.

You will be expected to work during normal business hours, which are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Please note this job description is not designed to cover and/or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.