JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE Prepares payroll for hospital and physician group employees using appropriate time records and payroll systems. Proofs computer printouts and corrects as necessary. Ensures accurate and timely completion of employee paychecks, payroll reporting and payment of payroll liabilities.
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION The SHS Accounting department manages and oversees Samaritan Health Services' finances to support the achievement of business goals and organizational objectives. We monitor all financial activities and internal controls to ensure regulatory compliance. We are responsible for producing an accurate, consistent, and timely monthly close and annual audit as well as the accounts payable and payroll functions.
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or equivalent required. College-level coursework in accounting or related field preferred. Two (2) years experience in an accounting position of similar responsibility and complexity required.
Experience with computers required. Experience with MS applications preferred. KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES Computer Literacy - Ability to use windows based computer systems.
Knowledge of Microsoft suite of software, especially Office, Excel and Word. Ability to quickly enter data into spreadsheets, and manipulate data. Clerical - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures.
Ability to utilize perform clerical functions such as word processing, managing files and records, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology. Time Management - Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
Communication – Ability to communicate effectively through all mediums of communication. Ability to multitask to answer communications in a timely manner. Ability to answer the phone with professional language, ask follow-up questions to understand issue, and ability to discover correct answers.
Ability to compose professional email with appropriate subject, greeting, body and signature. Ability to maintain professional, polite, and positive attitude. Ability to read non-verbal communication and react professionally with disgruntled customers.
Process and Workflow Improvement – Ability to recognize inefficient processes, and provide recommendations on improved processes. Ability to document workflows, maintain documentation on current processes, and address changes with team. Adheres to all departmental guidelines and workflows.
Rules and Regulations – Ability to research Payroll literature to understand government regulations. Ability to communicate rules and regulations to customers. Continually enhances knowledge base through research of real-life examples and study in current periodicals.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS Rarely (1 - 10% of the time) Occasionally (11 - 33% of the time) Frequently (34 - 66% of the time) Continually (67 – 100% of the time) CLIMB - STAIRS LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 – 20 Lbs LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds BEND FORWARD at waist KNEEL (on knees) STAND WALK – LEVEL SURFACE ROTATE TRUNK Standing REACH - Upward PUSH (0 - 20 pounds force) PULL (0 - 20 pounds force) SIT ROTATE TRUNK Sitting REACH - Forward MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists FINGER DEXTERITY PINCH Fingers GRASP Hand/Fist None specified