MANAGER, PAYROLL (924)

Memorial Health; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Memorial Health seeks a senior payroll/finance professional to oversee payroll processing across the system. You will ensure timely federal/state reporting, distribute payroll reports, and analyze variances while applying up-to-date payroll regulations. Strong leadership and communication are essential for coordinating the payroll function.

The role emphasizes accuracy, organizational skill, and the ability to drive improvements in payroll processes within a large healthcare system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business preferred.
• CPP designation preferred.
• 15 years payroll or accounting experience required.
• 10 years leading payroll or accounting department required.
• Detailed knowledge of federal/state payroll regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide system-wide finance oversight for payroll processing.
• Prepare and submit federal and state reports timely.
• Distribute payroll reports and analyze variances.
• Maintain knowledge of payroll rules and deadlines.
• Support attainment of departmental goals.

Skills

FLSA knowledge

Payroll data analysis

Communication skills

Presentations

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Payroll systems

General ledger systems

Workforce management

Job description

Focused on the Future of Care We're looking for talented, passionate healthcare professionals to join the team at Memorial Health as we build the future of healthcare. If you're ready to be part of a transformative organization that puts people first, take a look at what we have to offer. Position Type: On-site

Job Description Summary: Under the direction and supervision of the Vice President of Finance, is responsible for System-wide Finance oversight for the processing of payrolls, preparation and submission of required federal and state reports, preparation and distribution of payroll reports. Maintains current knowledge of all payroll rules and regulations. Assures that established all state, federal and departmental deadlines are met. Maintains specified account variance analysis and assists in other financial research projects as required. Provides assistance and support to attain departmental goals and objectives.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registry

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation preferred.

Experience

• 15 years of payroll processing or accounting experience required.
• 10 years of experience leading or coordinating a payroll or accounting department required.

Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Must possess detailed knowledge of federal and state FLSA, Wage and Hour, payroll tax, and executive compensation regulations.
• Must possess excellent communication and human relations skills.
• Must possess ability to compile data, analyze and develop recommendations and presentations.
• Must possess a high degree of organizational skills and a high level of accuracy.
• Must possess a high degree of analytical skills involving a large number of transactions.
• Must possess working knowledge of applicable system applications, including but not limited to: workforce management, payroll and general ledger systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Pay Transparency

$40.11 - $62.17 Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program are dependent on role. Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role.

Benefits

Memorial Health also offers a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes paid time off, 401(k) match, and health/ dental/ vision insurance options. All benefits can be found at https://jobs.memorial.health/about/benefits/