HYBRID: This is a hybrid position and must be located within 100 miles of any of the Mayo Clinic campuses for on-site expectations based on business needs.
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.
QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Management or related field and 5 years of experience in payroll
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Associate's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Management or related field and 7 years of experience in payroll
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HS Diploma/GED and 9 years of experience in payroll.
The preferred applicant will have the following:
- Minimum of 5 years of in-house garnishments experience and/or 5 years Payroll Tax Experience.
- Experience with ADP SmartCompliance with all 50 US States and In-house garnishments experience all 50 US States.
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.
Authorization to work and remain in the United States, without necessity for Mayo Clinic sponsorships now, or in the future (for example, be a U.S. Citizen, national, or permanent resident, refugee, or asylee). Mayo Clinic does not participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.
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.
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.
- 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.
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.
Skills Required
- Must be located within 100 miles of a Mayo Clinic campus (hybrid role)
- Authorization to work and remain in the United States without sponsorship
- Education/experience: Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting/Management or related + 5 years payroll OR Associate + 7 years payroll OR HS Diploma/GED + 9 years payroll
- Strong computer skills including experience with spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel)
- Proficiency using mainframe applications and Windows-based software; ability to quickly learn new software
- Demonstrated interpersonal effectiveness and strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects/priorities, strong analytical and problem resolution skills, attention to detail
- Knowledge of Federal and State payroll and tax statutes and regulations
- Minimum of 5 years in-house garnishments experience and/or 5 years payroll tax experience (all 50 states)
- Experience with ADP SmartCompliance (all 50 US states) and in-house garnishments across all 50 states
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
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