• Senior Payroll Administrator

    Arnot Health (Elmira, NY)


    Job Description

    Arnot Health, a member of Centralus Health, is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Payroll Administrator to join our Payroll Department. Reporting to the Payroll Director, this role is responsible for managing high-volume payroll processing while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and outstanding service to our employees. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical knowledge, a customer service mindset, and the ability to serve as a trusted resource for payroll policies, systems, and procedures.

    Your Schedule

    + Full-time, hourly position

    + Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

    + Onsite role with the option to transition to a hybrid schedule after successful completion of the probationary period

     

    What You’ll Be Doing

    As Senior Payroll Administrator, you will:

    + Process biweekly payrolls in UKG and Workday with accuracy and timeliness

    + Partner with supervisors, HR, and Benefits to ensure proper documentation and payroll completion

    + Provide support and education to employees regarding payroll policies, deductions, and systems

    + Handle and resolve payroll inquiries, discrepancies, garnishments, and employment verifications

    + Assist with W-2 preparation, year-end processes, and special payroll projects

    + Train supervisors, employees, and payroll staff, while maintaining updated payroll documentation

    + Collaborate with Accounting to reconcile General Ledger discrepancies

    + Act as lead payroll administrator in the absence of the Payroll Director

    What We’re Looking For

    + Education: Associate degree in Accounting or related field required; Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Human Resources, or Business Administration preferred

    + Experience: Minimum of 7+ years of high-volume payroll processing experience required

    + Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook; experience with UKG or Workday strongly preferred

    + Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly explain payroll policies and resolve issues

    + Demonstrated commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, and customer service

     

    Join us at Arnot Health and be part of a team that values expertise, collaboration, and delivering exceptional support to our employees.

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