PAYROLL SPECIALIST

About the role

Covenant Woods is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to manage bi-weekly payroll and support accounting operations.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and on time
• Maintain and manage payroll and timekeeping systems
• Review timecards, pay rates, benefits, and deductions for accuracy
• Monitor PTO balances and resolve payroll discrepancies
• Generate payroll reports and support reconciliations and audits
• Manage garnishments and respond to payroll-related inquiries
• Partner with HR and leadership on payroll issues
• Work with payroll software vendors to troubleshoot and ensure system accuracy
• Provide support with basic banking functions and accounting entries
• Assist with month-end close and other projects as needed
• Process check and cash deposits daily
• Create weekly/monthly reconciliations
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Several years of payroll processing experience required (healthcare or shift-based payroll preferred)
• Strong experience with payroll systems (Paycom a plus)
• Ability to review and validate payroll system setup and calculations
• Experience troubleshooting system issues and working with software support teams
• Strong Excel skills required
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Solid understanding of payroll and basic accounting principles
• Effective communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally

Benefits

Covenant Woods recognizes that our continued success is thanks to our employees. Our commitment is to offer employees a great work environment with competitive pay, great benefits and perks. In addition to pay, Covenant Woods’s total compensation includes health and wellness plans, meal perks and paid time-off as well as an assortment of other benefits that aim to increase financial security, offer professional development, and promote a healthy, fulfilling life.