Payroll Assistant

793 Johnsonburg Road
St. Marys, PA 15857
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Description
Support the payroll operations department by performing tasks to maintain employee/payroll records. Duties will include data entry, validation and auditing of work performed, general administrative (sorting mail, filing, etc.). This position will support general administrative tasks across the payroll team. You must leverage all appropriate systems, and non-systems controls to ensure compliance with Penn Highlands payroll policies.
Tasks
- Process payroll transactions accurately and on schedule.
- Maintain up-to-date and confidential employee records.
- Assist with payroll tax filings and regulatory compliance.
- Respond to employee payroll and benefits inquiries.
- Generate and distribute payroll and audit reports.
- Ensure accuracy of wage, deduction, and benefit data.
- Support payroll system updates and process improvements.
Qualifications / Education
- Strong Knowledge of healthcare information systems, electronic health records, and clinical informatics principles