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)

Experience with Workday Payroll and Time Tracking

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

The potential compensation range for this role is below. The final offer amount would be based on various factors such as candidate location (geographical labor market), experience, and skills. $22.02 - $26.97