Multistate Payroll & HRIS Specialist

Highmark Health; United States; On-site; USD 77,424,000 - 119,917,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health is seeking a Payroll Admin Specialist to process payroll across the enterprise and maintain HRIS systems with high accuracy. The role supports Tier Two issue resolution and requires strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Required: 3 years in payroll processing, experience with Workday and Kronos; preferred CPP/FPC certifications. The position emphasizes compliance with federal/state regulations and data confidentiality, with salary range posted and a focus on

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in payroll processing.
• Experience with Workday and Kronos or related system.
• Preferred CPP or FPC certifications.
• Bachelor's degree preferred in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, HR, or related field

Responsibilities

• Payroll execution for multi-state employee base with FEINs on a weekly/bi-weekly/monthly basis.
• Maintain employee payroll records; reconcile payroll accounts and prepare reports.
• Process payroll adjustments and ensure gross-to-net accuracy.
• Perform year-end duties and W-2 preparation.
• Handle garnishments and off-cycle payroll processing and settlements.
• Develop and maintain HRIS documentation; assist with system improvements.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and escalations in a timely manner.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and internal controls; audit pay data.
• Manage banking through third-party systems and wire/ check requests.

Skills

Payroll regulations

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Mathematical calculations

Excel knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Data security

Education

Bachelor's degree (Finance/Business/HR)

3 years related experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Workday

Kronos

Salesforce

Job description

Highmark Health is seeking a Payroll Admin Specialist to process payroll across the enterprise and maintain HRIS systems with high accuracy. The role supports Tier Two issue resolution and requires strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Required: 3 years in payroll processing, experience with Workday and Kronos; preferred CPP/FPC certifications. The position emphasizes compliance with federal/state regulations and data confidentiality, with salary range posted and a focus on