Payroll Specialist

Tutera Senior Living and Health Care; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) for Eligible Locations

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is seeking a Payroll Specialist in Kansas City, MO. You will handle payroll processing in line with policies and federal/state laws, including edits, deductions, reporting, and garnishments. Strong accuracy and MS Office skills are essential.

Ideal candidates have experience in payroll within LTC/SNF/AL/MC settings, excellent communication, and a team-player attitude. We offer a rewarding role with growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required.
• Superior computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong personal organization, time management, and attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of payroll accounting, payroll best practices, and payroll application systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out payroll tasks in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.
• Handle historical edits, deduction adjustments, and data verification.
• Create payroll reports, process checks and direct deposits, and manage garnishments.
• Process final payouts and support special payroll projects.

Education

High school diploma, or equivalent

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

Tutera Senior Living & Health Care

Are you a

WE WANT YOU!

What Will You Do in This Role?

As a Payroll Specialist, you are responsible for carrying out payroll tasks for the company in accordance to company policies and procedures and applicable state and federal laws. Your duties will include, but are not limited to, historical edits, entering deduction adjustments, confirmation of data sets, creation of payroll reports, processing checks and direct deposit returns, processing final payouts, garnishments, and special projects.

Job Description

Payroll Specialist

Tutera Senior Living & Health Care

Payroll Professional seeking an exciting new career opportunity? Look no further! Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is seeking rockstars to join our team! If you are dedicated and compassionate,

WE WANT YOU!

What Will You Do in This Role?

As a Payroll Specialist, you are responsible for carrying out payroll tasks for the company in accordance to company policies and procedures and applicable state and federal laws. Your duties will include, but are not limited to, historical edits, entering deduction adjustments, confirmation of data sets, creation of payroll reports, processing checks and direct deposit returns, processing final payouts, garnishments, and special projects.

Do You Have What It Takes?

• A fire and passion for working with seniors
• A flexible, fun, and energetic personality
• High school diploma, or equivalent, required
• Superior computer skills required
• Must possess strong personal organization and time management, with attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Ability to multi-task is required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook required
• Strong understanding of payroll accounting, payroll best practices, and payroll application systems
• Must possess a strong work ethic and be a team player
• Prior experience in payroll in a LTC/SNF/AL/MC setting highly preferred
• Professional image in both appearance and behavior
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Why is Tutera THE Employer of Choice?

• Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is guided by one single purpose: To live the YOUNITE philosophy in every decision, every day. Based on genuine respect, YOUNITE is how we get to know residents and team members on a personal level. By asking about our employees’ and residents’ unique needs and preferences, we actively listen and then deliver. Do you want to work for a company where you are the driving force behind every decision made?
• Tutera offers stability; our family-owned company was founded in 1985!
• Tutera offers a competitive starting wage and amazing benefits! We take care of you so you can be a rockstar at work and at home!
• Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is dedicated to growing and developing our Tutera rockstars. Through Tutera University, every employee has the opportunity to learn new skills and become the best they can be!

Equal Opportunity Employer. The wage and benefit information provided in this listing is subject to change. Benefits eligibility criteria must be met to enroll in available benefits.

Benefits

How Can You Benefit?

• Advanced Pay
• Financial Literacy Classes
• Employee Assistance Program offering Mental Health Resources, Legal Guidance, Financial Information, and more!
• Child Care Discount
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) for Eligible Locations
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Exclusive Tutera Perks
• Tutera University
• Advancement Opportunities

Job ID

2026-19475