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Manager, Payroll Projects
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United States
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2 days ago
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Job Description
Manager, Payroll Projects
Kindred Healthcare
Role Description Plays a key role in the design of payroll and/or time and attendance system and process enhancements and production problem resolution. Establishes consistent training programs for all payroll functions, records and documents all department processes (systems, pay rules, tax setups, year-end, etc.), implements process and/or system improvements, provides technical systems support, coordinates use of new reporting tools, training aids, research tools, etc. May supervise Payroll System Coordinator, Associate Payroll Project Analyst, and/or Payroll Project Analyst. Essential Functions - Analyzes business requirements, develops and/or approves design specs, configures to or ensures configuration meets specifications and validates results of payroll and/or timekeeping system conversions, upgrades and enhancements. - Provides leadership in the support with payroll and/or timekeeping system conversions, upgrades and enhancements, coordinates testing, implementation and field communication. - Leads and instructs payroll processing staff in organizing workload, communication with field, and development of policies and procedures relating to payroll, time and attendance, and/or leave entitlement issues and research. - Applies advanced technology and tools in the analysis, design and development of complicated ad-hoc reports to meet the needs of facilities, Support Center departments, management and regulatory agencies. - Contributes technical and analytical skills to identify opportunities to streamline and automate existing processes within the department. - Facilitates development and presentation of training materials designed to further knowledge of payroll systems, taxes, regulatory issues, and other payroll related practices. Qualifications - Expert knowledge of payroll and/or time and attendance function. - Knowledge of system development, conversion, and related project management methodology. - Advanced report writing and Microsoft programs. - Intermediate understanding of computer logic. - Good organization and communication skills. - Ability to self-direct and self-pace under the pressure of deadlines. Requirements - Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Computer Science or Business Management (Required). - Equivalent Combination of Education and Experience totaling 4 years of related education and experience (May be Considered). - 5+ years experience that includes IS/Payroll, project management, report writing and system conversion (Required). Licenses/Certifications - None Specified Upon Hire.
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