Payroll & Data Specialist

Hancock Regional Hospital; Greenfield (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hancock Regional Hospital in Greenfield, Indiana is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage in‑house bi‑weekly payroll, handle tax filings, and maintain timekeeping systems. This role supports accounting functions and requires strong attention to detail and independent work style.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of payroll experience, knowledge of FLSA, Excel (advanced), and familiarity with UKG timekeeping software. Join a team focused on accuracy and compliant financial processes.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree in Accounting preferred.
• Minimum two years of in‑house payroll experience.
• Knowledge of FLSA.
• Knowledge of finance and accounting functions.
• Mandatory annual education.
• Microsoft Office programs with advanced Excel.
• Knowledge of UKG timekeeping software.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently.
• Clear written and oral communication.
• Ability to analyze, detect, and solve payroll system problems using above‑average analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize workload.

Responsibilities

• Process in-house bi-weekly payroll accurately and timely.
• Prepare annual and quarterly payroll tax filings.
• Maintain all payroll records.
• File federal and state tax payments.
• Maintain timekeeping software and understand pay practices and policies.
• Prepare W‑2 reporting at year‑end and electronically file to state and federal agencies.
• Assist in various accounting matters as needed.

Skills

Excel

Customer Service

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s degree in Accounting

Tools

UKG timekeeping software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Specific Core Competencies

• Process in-house bi-weekly payroll accurately and timely.
• Prepare annual and quarterly payroll tax filings.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Maintain all payroll records.
• File federal and state tax payments.
• Maintain timekeeping software and understand pay practices and policies.
• Prepare W‑2 reporting at year‑end and electronically file to state and federal agencies.
• Assist in various accounting matters as needed.

Education & Experience Requirements

• High‑school graduate or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree in Accounting preferred.
• Minimum two years of in‑house payroll experience.
• Knowledge of FLSA.
• Knowledge of finance and accounting functions.
• Mandatory annual education.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, with advanced knowledge of Excel.
• Knowledge of timekeeping software specifically UKG.
• Skill in attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to communicate clearly both written and oral.
• Ability to analyze, detect, and solve payroll system problems using above‑average analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize workload.

Skills

• Excel: Some knowledge (advanced)
• Customer Service: Advanced

Behaviors (Required)

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group.
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity.
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a task with all necessary details.

Motivations (Required)

• Financial: Inspired to perform well by monetary reimbursement.
• Self‑Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help.

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