Description
University Physicians' Association, Inc. is seeking a full-time Payroll Specialist to join our team in Knoxville, TN.
Job Summary:
The Payroll Specialist will oversee the payroll functions of the organization, ensuring pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations. The Payroll Specialist will process biweekly and monthly payrolls and maintain employee time records. This position reports to the Director of Finance.
This position provides an extensive benefit program which includes:
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Bonus Opportunity
- Casual Work Environment
- Insurance Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability
- Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, and Sick Pay
- Onsite Fitness Center
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401k with Company Match + immediate vesting
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Enters, maintains, and/or processes information in the payroll system; information may include employees’ hourly rates, salaries, commissions, bonuses or other compensation, time worked, paid leave and holidays, deductions and withholding, address changes, and other information.
- Ensures proper processing of payroll deductions for taxes, benefits, charitable contributions, and other deductions.
- Address and resolve employee questions relating to the payroll system.
- Issues, or reissues, physical or replacement checks or direct deposits due to payroll errors or final discharge.
- Work directly with clients to achieve organization goals as required.
- Generates and maintains reports as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn payroll process.
- Proficient with Paylocity, preferred, not required.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Five years of experience in payroll preferred.
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
- Proficient with or ability to quickly learn payroll processes
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Five years of payroll experience
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
- Proficiency with Paylocity
What We Do
University Physicians' Association, Inc. (UPA) was established in 1995 to provide solutions for medical practices, serving primary and multispecialty members throughout Eastern Tennessee. They offer services such as revenue cycle management and credentialing.
