Payroll Assistant

About the role

Focused Post Acute Care Partners is hiring a meticulous and well-organized Payroll Assistant to support its remote payroll operations team. The role focuses on helping ensure employees are paid correctly and on time while keeping payroll administration running smoothly in a busy healthcare setting.

You will assist with payroll processing, check timekeeping information, manage payroll records, respond to employee questions, and provide general administrative support. This opportunity suits someone who is detail-driven, analytical, discreet, and comfortable working independently across multiple departments.

The position offers a chance to support operational excellence while contributing to a growing healthcare organization.

Compensation

Annual pay range: $45,000 to $85,000. Pay is determined by experience, qualifications, payroll knowledge, accuracy, organizational ability, and overall role fit.

Benefits and perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Flexible remote work arrangement
• Employee assistance and wellness resources
• Training and professional development for payroll growth
• Opportunity for career progression within the organization
• Life and disability insurance
• Recognition and rewards programs for employees
• Company-issued equipment for remote work

Key responsibilities

• Support payroll runs accurately and within schedule.
• Review timesheets, attendance details, overtime, and payroll changes.
• Check payroll data for completeness and correctness before it is submitted.
• Assist with calculations for pay, deductions, bonuses, and benefits.
• Help maintain compliance with payroll rules, policies, and procedures.
• Keep employee payroll records and supporting documents up to date.
• Enter and update payroll data in payroll systems.
• Assist with payroll setup for new hires and record maintenance.
• Support payroll reporting and audit preparation activities.
• Answer payroll questions from employees and managers in a professional manner.
• Explain pay, deductions, benefits, and payroll timing clearly.
• Escalate complex payroll issues when needed and help resolve concerns.
• Protect confidential payroll and employee information at all times.
• Support compliance with federal, state, and company payroll requirements.
• Participate in remote payroll operations using payroll software, HR systems, and Microsoft Office tools.
• Stay productive and accurate while working independently from a remote location.
• Join virtual meetings, payroll reviews, and training sessions as needed.
• Contribute ideas that improve payroll efficiency and processes.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or an equivalent credential is required.
• An associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience in payroll, accounting, finance, administrative support, or a related area.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.
• High numerical accuracy and strong data entry skills.
• Good analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and shifting priorities.
• Strong planning, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Professionalism and a strong commitment to confidentiality.
• Preferred: prior payroll or related industry experience.
• Preferred: familiarity with payroll software, HRIS tools, or workforce management systems.
• Preferred: experience handling payroll across multiple locations.
• Preferred: understanding of payroll tax rules and wage compliance.
• Preferred: experience in high-volume payroll operations.
• Preferred: advanced Excel ability.

Work environment

This is a fully remote role for candidates based in approved U.S. states. Standard business hours apply, with some flexibility when needed. The work is fast-paced and centered on payroll and administrative support, with regular interaction across employees, managers, HR, and finance teams. The job is primarily computer-based and demands strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Why this role stands out

You will help support healthcare teams by making sure payroll is accurate, timely, and dependable. The organization values accountability, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and continuous improvement, and offers room to grow professionally while contributing to important operational work.

Equal opportunity statement

Focused Post Acute Care Partners is committed to equal employment opportunity and an inclusive workplace. All qualified candidates are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by law.

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