Payroll Accountant (FT, Days)

Connections Health Solutions; Butlerville (IN); À distance; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Connections Health Solutions is seeking an Accountant, Payroll to manage bi-weekly payroll processing, tax reporting, and related accounts payable support on a fully remote basis across listed states.

You will ensure accurate payroll for exempt and non-exempt staff using Ceridian/Dayforce, handle deductions, 401k contributions, garnishments, and year-end reporting, while maintaining strong internal controls and collaboration with HR and finance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Accounting or related field or equivalent experience.
• 2-3 years of payroll processing experience.
• Experience running payroll in a multi-state environment.
• Strong payroll tax compliance, reconciliation, and reporting.
• Experience with garnishments, levies, liens, support orders, and subpoenas.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and analytical reporting.
• Excellent problem solving and communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Process bi-weekly payroll using Ceridian/Dayforce for exempt and non-exempt employees.
• Ensure hours submitted and approved; resolve discrepancies with managers.
• Update 401k deferrals, employer match, and 401k loans in payroll system.
• Verify and process 401k payroll data to ensure timely submissions.
• Set up garnishment and tax levy calculations as required; complete paperwork.
• Process off-cycle payrolls as needed; year-end reporting and compliance.
• Collaborate with HR, FP&A, and vendors to optimize payroll configurations.
• Create and maintain payroll SOPs and general accounting procedures.
• Assist with audits related to payroll and accounting inquiries.
• Answer payroll-related questions and provide timely support.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations.

Connaissances

Payroll processing

Multi-state payroll

Payroll tax compliance

Garnishments & levies

Excel analytics

Problem solving

Communication

Formation

Bachelor’s in Accounting or related field

Outils

Ceridian/Dayforce

Description du poste

We’re not just behavioral health people—we’re crisis people.

Connections Health Solutions is a leading provider of immediate-access behavioral health crisis care. Our team combines medical and recovery-oriented treatment to stabilize individuals in crisis and connect them to community-based resources for ongoing recovery.

Founded by emergency room psychiatrists Dr. Chris Carson and Dr. Robert Williamson, our model is physician-led and data-driven, drawing upon more than 15 years of crisis care expertise. Recognized by SAMHSA and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing as a national best practice, we’ve delivered invaluable treatment to hundreds of thousands of individuals facing crises. Our commitment remains consistent, to improve access, inspire hope, and provide the right support.

Our values shape our decisions, define our culture, and foster continuous learning and growth.

We accept people as they are, creating safe spaces where they feel valued and respected. We inspire hope by walking with people side-by-side, showing them grace and compassion. We act with intention, holding ourselves and each other accountable, and doing the right thing. We work as one team, trusting and supporting each other. We embrace change and innovation, striving to find better ways to fulfill our mission.

We are on a mission to change the face of behavioral health. Help us save lives and make a difference.

What You’ll Do:

The Accountant, Payroll performs duties related to the timely processing of the company’s payroll including maintaining related records, preparing and filing tax reports, voluntary deduction reports, processing involuntary deductions such as levies and garnishments, and updating procedures. As business needs require, this position also assists the Accounts Payable function with invoice processing, vendor account maintenance, and payment support. This position will perform complex, detailed, and disciplined work using standard methodologies in analysis, documentation, implementation and support of accounting and finance procedures. The Accountant, Payroll is a detail-oriented, analytical, organized, self-sufficient, critical thinker, who has excellent communication skills.

10% of time - Accounts Payable

• Process vendor invoices for payment, including matching to purchase orders/contracts, coding to the correct GL accounts, and obtaining required approvals
• Research and resolve vendor invoice discrepancies, past-due balances, and payment inquiries
• Assist with new vendor set up and maintenance, including W-9 collection and 1099 reporting support
• Support timely and accurate processing of check runs, ACH, and wire payments
• Assist with monthly Accounts Payable reconciliations and review of aging reports
• Provide backup coverage to the Accounts Payable team during peak periods, absences, or as workload requires
• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding all employee and financial information

90% of time - Payroll

• Prepare and submit accurate payroll processing using the Ceridian/Dayforce platform for both exempt and non-exempt employees on a bi-weekly basis
• Work with managers to ensure employee hours are submitted accurately and approved on a timely basis every pay period. Resolve any discrepancies directly with employees and/or their manager
• Update employee records related to 401k deferrals, employer match, and 401k loans in the payroll system
• Verify and process 401k payroll data to ensure timely submissions
• Set up correct garnishment and tax levy calculations as required. Complete and process required paperwork as needed
• Process off-cycle payrolls as needed
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax laws including final pay rules, and municipality tax setups
• Process accurate and timely year-end reporting as it relates to W2, and 401K census
• Generate payroll analytics prior to payroll funding to ensure accuracy of payroll
• Partner with Human Resources, FP&A, and third party to ensure configurations with the payroll system are optimized
• Create and maintain payroll and general accounting standard operating procedures and establish consistent policies
• Assist with successful quarterly and year-end audits in areas related to payroll and general accounting inquiries
• Serve as the point of contact for all payroll-related and operating expense questions
• Research, analyze, and resolve problems or questions. Proactively work with team members to reduce issues and create positive outcomes
• Complete in a timely manner assigned balance sheet reconciliations
• Performs all other duties as assigned

This is a fully remote position in these states: AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MT, NC, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s in Accounting or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2-3 years of payroll processing experience
• Experience running payroll in a multi-state environment
• Strong background in payroll tax compliance, reconciliation, and reporting
• Previous experience with all types of garnishments, levies, liens, support orders, and subpoenas
• Familiarity with benefits rules and regulations.
• Superior knowledge of Microsoft Excel and analytical reporting
• Excellent problem solving, organizational and communication skills
• The Company has a mandatory vaccination policy. All successful applicants must be fully vaccinated, including showing proper documentation, or otherwise be exempt pursuant to the Company’s exemption process prior to their start date as a condition of employment.
• Must have flu shot or exemption requiring masking during company established flu season.
• Must pass the following background checks
  • Child Abuse Clearance
  • FBI Criminal Background Check
  • Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check
  • Medical Screenings (Physical, TB, and Drug test)

It would be great if you had:

• 4-5 years of payroll processing experience, including time in Ceridian/Dayforce
• Previous experience implementing new or replacement payroll systems
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
• Experience with Accounts Payable functions (invoice processing, vendor management, or AP reconciliations)

What We Offer:

Full-time only:

• Employees (and their families) are offered comprehensive health insurance, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• CHS pays for Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life insurance option for employees and their families
• Health Savings Accounts (with $1,000 to $2,000 employer contribution depending on plan)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
• 401k company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation)
• Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 recognized company holidays
• Company‑paid parental leave available to eligible employees

All employees (Pool, Part-time and Full-time):

• Employee Assistance Program to help with confidential emotional support, work life solutions, financial solutions, legal assistance, or online support
• After 90 days, you are auto enrolled in the 401k Plan

EEO Statement

Connections Health Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants.