Payroll Specialist - Remote - Nationwide

Overview

• Role Type: Fully remote
• Industry: Healthcare
• Organization Profile: The employer supports a nationwide network of medical practices serving over 14.5 million patients annually, with an emphasis on collaboration to improve community health outcomes.

This Payroll Specialist role is responsible for accurate and timely payroll processing to support the organization’s workforce. The position helps ensure payroll data integrity, regulatory compliance, and coordination across multiple departments to support smooth financial operations and employee satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Compile and input payroll data accurately into the payroll system
• Coordinate with medical directors, managers, physicians, and HR-related departments to gather payroll information
• Verify time records and process payments, including regular wages and bonuses
• Validate payroll data for accuracy and reasonableness
• Balance payroll reports and fulfill wage garnishment requirements
• Ensure compliance with federal and state payroll laws
• Assist with payroll reconciliations, audits, and financial inquiries
• Generate regular and ad hoc payroll reports for management
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries and manage communications through a ticketing system
• Assist with bonus calculations and audit processes
• Participate in payroll system updates, testing, and implementations
• Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation
• Provide employment verifications as requested
• Contribute to departmental improvements and efficiency

Requirements

• 2 to 3 years of payroll or accounting experience
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred
• Knowledge of payroll and accounting principles and relevant policies
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Strong customer service skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Skills in data collection, reconciliation, multitasking, and working under pressure

Compensation & Benefits

• Base pay range: $25.74 to $32.18 per hour (excluding benefits and potential bonuses)

Benefits & Perks:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching and profit-sharing contributions
• Student loan refinancing discounts

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.