Senior Payroll Specialist
Butler Medical Providers
Providence, RI · Posted June 17, 2026
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Job Summary
The Sr Payroll Specialist operates at an advanced level in the processing and monitoring of the payrolls, insuring adherence to hospital policies and procedures and collective bargaining agreements. Process payroll including data entry, proofing, auditing, and problem resolution. The Sr Payroll Specialist is capable of answering more complex questions and mentors the Payroll Specialists.
Duties & Responsibilities
Review and process personnel forms and payroll deduction authorizations.
Calculate and process special payroll adjustments.
Audit time and attendance records for accuracy; resolve discrepancies.
Process electronic timecards and reconcile payroll records weekly.
Handle garnishments in compliance with federal and state regulations.
Prepare and transmit federal and state payroll tax deposits.
Process manual checks as needed.
Train and mentor Payroll Specialists.
Independently process payroll with minimal supervision.
Assist with testing new software, upgrades, and pay rule changes.
Support W-2 processing and year-end reporting.
Maintain confidentiality of employee information.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
High School or GED Required.
Minimum 5 to 7 years experience.
Must be familiar with automated equipment and be able to perform computations/calculations with speed and accuracy. Must have good communication and interpersonal skills and be fluent in the English language. Must demonstrate ability to function independently.
About Us
Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.
EEO Statements
Americans with Disability Act Statement : External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.
EEOC Statement : Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status
Ethics Statement : Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.
Review and process personnel forms and payroll deduction authorizations.
Calculate and process special payroll adjustments.
Audit time and attendance records for accuracy; resolve discrepancies.
Process electronic timecards and reconcile payroll records weekly.
Handle garnishments in compliance with federal and state regulations.
Prepare and transmit federal and state payroll tax deposits.
Process manual checks as needed.
Train and mentor Payroll Specialists.
Independently process payroll with minimal supervision.
Assist with testing new software, upgrades, and pay rule changes.
Support W-2 processing and year-end reporting.
Maintain confidentiality of employee information.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
High School or GED Required.
Minimum 5 to 7 years experience.
Must be familiar with automated equipment and be able to perform computations/calculations with speed and accuracy. Must have good communication and interpersonal skills and be fluent in the English language. Must demonstrate ability to function independently.