Senior Payroll Specialist - Finance

Mayo Clinic; Rochester (MN); Remote; USD 62,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayo Clinic seeks a Senior Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Finance or related fields, alongside extensive payroll experience. The position offers remote work options and a competitive salary within a respected healthcare organization committed to employee success and well-being.

Benefits

Medical plan options

Dental coverage options

Vision plan

Pre-Tax Savings options

Retirement package

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree and five years in payroll, or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of payroll process and tax reporting.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely processing of payroll and related tax reporting.
• Provide consultation and direction to HRAS team on payroll services.
• Investigate and implement improvements to payroll processes.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Management

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
  
  

Responsibilities

Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll and related tax reporting to federal and state agencies. Provides consultation, information, services, analysis, judgment and direction to HRAS team and clients to process payroll and provide payroll related services in a timely and accurate manner. Investigate, recommend and implement improvements to the payroll process.

• This position is a 100% remote work. Individual may live anywhere in the US.
• This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship / we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. During the selection process, you may participate in an OnDemand (pre-recorded) interview that you can complete at your convenience. During the OnDemand interview, a question will appear on your screen, and you will have time to consider each question before responding. You will have the opportunity to re-record your answer to each question - Mayo Clinic will only see the final recording. The complete interview will be reviewed by a Mayo Clinic staff member and you will be notified of next steps.
  
  

Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Management or related field and five years of experience in payroll, OR Associate's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Management or related field and seven years of experience in payroll, OR HS Diploma/GED and 9 years of experience in payroll.

Strong computer skills including experience with spreadsheets required. Knowledge of Federal and State statutes and regulations pertaining to Payroll and Tax Reporting (preferred, but not required). Proficiency using mainframe applications and windows-based software. Ability to quickly learn and work with new software is a must. Excellent interpersonal skills and customer orientation. Candidate must have demonstrated interpersonal effectiveness, and skills in both oral and written communication. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities is essential. Strong analytical and problem resolution skills. Decision making and judgment capabilities, attention to detail and follow through. Maintain high knowledge of HR functions and processes. Effective teamwork skills. Excellent time management organizational skills. Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), preferred.

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

$62,920.00 - $84,947.20 / year. Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday - Friday, business hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CST

Weekend Schedule

N/A

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Recruiter

Oneida Her

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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