Sr. Payroll Specialist

Inspira Financial Trust, LLC; South Carolina; Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Payroll Specialist where you will play a crucial role in processing payroll for over 1,500 employees. This hybrid position offers the opportunity to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment, focusing on accuracy and efficiency. You will develop payroll processes, liaise with various departments, and ensure a seamless payroll experience. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are passionate about making a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you to grow your career while contributing to a people-centric organization.

Qualifications

• Experience processing payroll for 1,500+ employees under strict deadlines.
• Ability to develop payroll processes and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Independently process accurate bi-weekly payroll efficiently.
• Balance payroll accounting journal entries and resolve errors promptly.

Skills

Bi-weekly payroll processing

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Data analysis

Job description

Take the next step in your journey at Inspira Financial. You will help businesses and individuals thrive today, tomorrow, and into retirement. Become part of a company that is people-centric and client-obsessed in every interaction; a community of forward-thinking individuals focused on driving results to deliver our mission with an unwavering commitment to integrity. Join us as we strengthen and simplify the health and wealth journey—relentlessly pursuing better outcomes for all. We believe in finding the best talent! While some roles are based at one of our office locations, remote roles can sit in any of the following states: AL, AZ, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, MI, MN, MO, NC, NE, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, and WV. Remote status and role locations are subject to change. Relocation is not provided.

Don't meet every single requirement? Here at Inspira Financial, we believe there is no "perfect" candidate and want to encourage applying even if all the requirements listed aren't met. Our goal is to build an authentic workplace by valuing diversity in our candidates. We work to ensure that our team reflects the diversity of the businesses and clients we serve. We are always looking to expand our growing team with dynamic and enthusiastic individuals. If you enjoy a collaborative, fun environment that champions career development, Inspira Financial is the place for you! We look forward to receiving your application! Check out this Inspira Financial video to learn more about our company!

• Typical schedule for this position is 8:30 a.m. CT to 5:30 p.m. CT.
• This position is hybrid, coming into the Oak Brook, IL office three days per week.

HOW YOU WILL SOAR:
The Senior Payroll Specialist will report to the Payroll Manager in the Finance Department. This role is responsible for processing bi-weekly payroll efficiently and accurately. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator, possess excellent organizational skills, and operate accurately in a fast-paced environment.

• Independently process accurate bi-weekly payroll for 1,500+ employees under strict deadlines.
• Process special payrolls as needed (e.g., annual & quarterly bonuses and one-off payrolls).
• Input garnishments and correspond with agencies.
• Assist in developing payroll processes and procedures.
• Balance payroll accounting journal entries.
• Liaise with Accounting, HR, IT, and FP&A teams.
• Update ongoing payroll processes (new hire, termination, LOA, payroll checklist, etc.).
• Add new taxes to payroll system (state, city, county, etc.).
• Set up new tax jurisdictions (state, city, county, etc.).
• Maintain secure and confidential payroll files.
• Ensure payroll errors are resolved promptly.
• Determine root cause of payroll errors by analyzing data.
• Adjust team members' checks as authorized (e.g., 401k, medical benefits, LOA).
• Assist employees with payroll questions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.