Payroll Specialist-Part Time - Wasatch Behavioral Health

Join our dynamic team at Wasatch Behavioral Health as a Part-Time Payroll Specialist at our Westpark Building in Provo, Utah! This exciting opportunity offers you the chance to work onsite in a professional yet relaxed environment, where your contributions will directly impact our dedicated workforce. With a competitive pay range of $20.43-$25.89 per hour, you will engage in meaningful work that promotes both employee satisfaction and organizational excellence. Your role will not only enhance your payroll expertise but also allow you to collaborate with empathetic colleagues who prioritize customer-centric solutions and innovative problem-solving. Experience the thrill of contributing to a forward-thinking company that values integrity and safety in every aspect of its operations.

SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday Morning shift (preferred, but somewhat flexible)

Wasatch Behavioral Health: Who We Are

You could not find a more exceptional fit for your career than Wasatch Behavioral Health! As a local government agency, we are committed to provide access to mental health services to everyone in our community. Wasatch Behavioral Health needs kind and motivated people to best support our clients and clinicians. If you have some experience or education, or even just an interest in the field of Mental/Behavioral Health, come join us!

Your day to day as a Payroll Specialist

Under the direction of the Payroll Supervisor, Processes payroll records; reviews employee time sheets for accuracy,; determines employee earnings, calculates employee withholdings (i.e., state taxes, federal taxes, social security, retirement, and insurance); performs computer entries and operates computer programs to complete payroll process; coordinates with banks to set up employee ACH privileges; "direct deposits" earnings into employee checking accounts; maintains year-to-date records of wages, deductions, taxes and benefits.

Under the direction of the Payroll Supervisor & the Financial Services Manager, maintains computerized payroll records showing employee pay rates, withholding allowances, benefit deductions, and other authorized payroll withholdings; distributes withholdings to various accounts; coordinates and resolves payroll problems and questions; informs employees of policies, procedures, and practices affecting payroll.

Reconciles and generates checks for payroll deductions/benefits with various private, state and federal agencies; creates correcting general ledger entries for payroll, benefit and withholdings. Prepares trial balance support documentation for all payroll/benefits accounts monthly.

Responds to employment questionnaires and surveys; completes or responds to employment verification requests from various lending institutions, local agencies or other organizations with a legitimate need to know; processes and follows-up on wage garnishments and levies by federal, state, and county court orders; accesses Business Service Online (BSO) to coordinate and verify accuracy of Social Security Numbers.

To thrive as a Payroll Specialist at Wasatch Behavioral Health, you will need a strong foundation in organizational and analytical skills. Attention to detail is crucial, as accuracy in payroll processing and employee records ensures operational excellence. Strong communication abilities will help you effectively address employee inquiries and collaborate with colleagues, promoting a customer-centric work environment. Additionally, being an abundant thinker and problem solver will enable you to tackle payroll challenges creatively and efficiently.

Proficiency in time management is essential to meet deadlines while balancing various responsibilities. Flexibility and adaptability will also serve you well in a dynamic workplace that values innovation and forward-thinking approaches. Lastly, demonstrating empathy in your interactions will enhance team cohesion and support a positive workplace culture. Embrace the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution through these vital skills!

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from high school plus college coursework in accounting, business, or a related field
• Two (2) years of responsible experience related to above duties;
• An equivalent combination of education and experience

We look forward to having you on our team!! apply today!

Employment at Wasatch Behavioral Health is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen, motor vehicle record review and criminal background check. After hire you must complete and receive a Criminal Background Clearance (BCI) from Utah State Office of Licensing. Upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment in the position, you must provide an official copy of licensure or certification.