Job Description

Patterson Isn't Just A Place To Work, It's A Partner That Cares About Your Success

One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always advancing, and results-driven culture. Professional growth abounds in this motivating environment. We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization.

The objective of the Patterson payroll department is to serve our customers, internal and external, by ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant processing of time, taxes, and payroll payments. The Payroll Coordinator is one of a group of processors responsible for processing time and payroll entries for 6000+ US-based employees using our Workday system. This position involves direct interaction with employees, managers, and HR representatives, and reports to the Payroll Supervisor. A successful candidate should have strong interpersonal skills, excellent attention to detail, and exceptional organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

To successfully perform this job, an employee must complete each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. To request reasonable accommodation, please notify Human Resources or the manager responsible for the position.

Payroll Knowledge

• Understanding of payroll laws and multi-state taxation rules.
• Understanding of and ability to explain gross-to-net paycheck calculations to non-payroll employees.
• Understanding of and ability to explain year end reporting (Forms W-2) to employees.

Payroll Processing

• Process bi-weekly payroll and any off-cycle payments accurately and timely.
• Assist employees and managers with accurate and timely entry of worked hours.
• Review time entries to ensure that all are submitted and approved, following up as necessary.
• Work with other departments to ensure all anticipated payments are received by payroll.
• Enter adjustments for employee wages and tax information, following approval guidelines.
• Audit payroll results before finalizing the payroll cycle.
• Identify and resolve issues related to earnings and deductions, inconsistencies in employee data, and tax-related concerns, taking appropriate partners as required.
• Monitor and respond timely to incoming emails, voicemails, and Workday Help tickets.

G/L Processing

• Review payroll journal entries created by Workday for accuracy and completeness.
• Load entries into SAP.

Reporting Duties

• Prepare and disseminate payroll reports for Finance, HR, Benefits, and other parties.
• Prepare and audit payroll reports on a periodic, quarterly, and annual basis while making corrections as needed.

Customer Service Skills

• Monitor and respond timely to incoming emails, voicemails, and Workday Help tickets.
• Support employees, managers, and HR in understanding and resolving payroll-related issues.
• Clearly articulate issues affecting pay and next steps for resolution.
• Provide confident, accurate, and timely resolution for all matters.
• Proactively address future concerns where identified.

Required Qualifications

• 3 years of payroll processing experience in a multi-state environment.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong mathematical skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification.
• Experience with Workday Payroll and Time Tracking.
• 5 or more years of payroll processing experience.
• Experience with payroll accounting (general ledger).

This position is hybrid and requires in-office attendance in Mendota Heights, MN, a few times each month.

We provide competitive benefits, unique incentive programs and rewards for our eligible employees:

• Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program.
• 401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays.
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO).
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave.
• LifeWorks (Employee Assistance Program).
• Patterson Perks Program.

EEO Statement

Patterson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.

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