Payroll Specialist

Do you love working on the computer assisting people by entering, reviewing, and processing payroll?  Payroll is one of the most critical positions in a successful organization.  As a Payroll Specialist, you have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of your coworkers and make a positive impact on the organization by providing efficient, knowledgeable support through the payroll process.

We are looking for someone with a strong background in payroll processes, utilizing computer applications, understanding and implementing payroll laws, and providing excellent customer service to our employees. 

Responsibilities include:

• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
• Organizes and reviews forms and payments associated with federal, state, and local authorities, such as W-2s and taxes
• Sorts and distributes payroll checks and processes manual checks when required
• Maintains payroll processing by calculating and entering data into the timekeeping/payroll system
• Answers questions regarding payroll matters
• Reviews and audits payroll transactions
• Reconciles tax and deduction reports for payroll balancing
• Maintains employee payroll records
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications include:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Minimum 2 years’ related to payroll, benefits, taxes or accounting experience required
• 1 year of automated payroll-processing experience with a large employee base preferred

About Kootenai Health

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed health care organization, serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as both an employer and a health care provider. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions including being recognized as a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• 100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for full-time employees. Part-time employees pay only a small portion a month for medical, dental, and vision coverage. Benefits start 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
• A tuition assistance program available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it
• Kootenai Health will match your contributions in a defined contribution 457 retirement plan based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent. Kootenai Health will contribute an amount equal to two percent of your gross earnings
• An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars and coaching
• Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, various cell phone carriers, and more
• Robust and interactive employee bonus program, utilize our mobile ERIN app to alert employees to new positions, make referrals and track your bonuses
• And much more

For further information about the position or to talk to a recruiter, contact Silvia Johnson by calling 208-625-4621 or by emailing scjohnson@kh.org

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.