Payroll Assistant 1

About Us

Baylor Scott & White Health promotes the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. As the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas, we empower you to live well. Our core values include serving faithfully with a joyful heart, never settling by constantly striving for better, supporting one another and those we serve, and making an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experiences.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

About the role

Payroll Assistant 1 helps with payroll by handling tasks in the time and attendance module, maintaining employee payroll information, and performing administrative tasks such as responding to employment verifications and payroll queries from employees. The role works under close supervision of departmental leadership.

Responsibilities

• Verify time and attendance data and approvals in the T & A System
• Maintain overall system health and interface
• Prepare and validate employee data related to payments including amounts, deductions, and deposits
• Respond to basic to low complex employee questions via cases regarding payroll-related issues, procedures, and problems
• Assist with management reporting and annual W-2 preparation and distribution to staff members
• Respond to wage and employment verification requests
• Maintain employees’ information related to absences, PTO, EIB, and other payroll deductions
• Perform other position-appropriate duties as required in a competent, professional, and courteous manner

Requirements

• Basic understanding of accounting principles and payroll activities
• 1 year of work experience in the accounting department as a payroll assistant, or a similar position preferred
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Familiarity with PeopleSoft and API systems
• Familiarity with time-keeping methods

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Experience: 1 year of experience