Payroll Specialist

Requisition ID:6270

Job Title:Payroll Specialist

Job Country:United States (US)

Here at Avanos Medical, we passionately believe in three things:

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  Making a difference in our products, services and offers, never ceasing to fight for groundbreaking solutions in everything we do;

  
  
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  Making a difference in how we work and collaborate, constantly nurturing our nimble culture of innovation;

  
  
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  Having an impact on the healthcare challenges we all face, and the lives of people and communities around the world.

  
  

At Avanos you will find an environment that strives to be independent and different, one that supports and inspires you to excel and to help change what medical devices can deliver, now and in the future.

The Avanos COVID-19 Vaccine Policy: This Policy applies to U.S. customer-facing / field-based employees & Avanos leadership: All U.S. customer-facing / field-based employees hires must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of being fully vaccinated does not need to be disclosed until a job offer has been made but must be submitted within 48 hours after the acceptance of the job offer. If you have a qualifying medical condition or sincerely held religious belief or practice that precludes you from receiving a COVID-19 vaccine, you may apply for an exemption or deferral after you accept the job offer and before your scheduled start date. The reasonable accommodation provided to the employee, if any, will depend on the employee's job and the applicable facts, but it may include weekly COVID-19 testing and masking requirements. New hires who do not submit, before their scheduled start date, proof of being fully vaccinated or a request for a reasonable accommodation will have their job offer revoked.

Avanos is a medical device company focused on delivering clinically superior breakthrough solutions that will help patients get back to the things that matter.We are committed to creating the next generation of innovative healthcare solutions which will address our most important healthcare needs, such as reducing the use of opioids while helping patients move from surgery to recovery. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, we develop, manufacture and market recognized brands in more than 90 countries. Avanos Medical is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol AVNS. For more information, visit www.avanos.com.

The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for processing US payroll for Avanos Medical, including but not limited to the below:

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  Compilation and processing of transactional Payroll and/or Time Data for biweekly and semi-monthly payrolls

  
  
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  Audit to ensure registers, deductions, and payments are correct

  
  
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  Work with external payroll resources for processing and tax to ensure that errors are eliminated, and processing is completed timely and accurately.

  
  
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  In accordance with audit processes, investigate & resolve payroll discrepancies

  
  
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  Research, resolve, and respond to escalations from HR Service Center regarding escalated payroll inquiries from employees and managers

  
  
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  Assist with researching & responding to tax notices

  
  
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  Garnishment processing

  
  
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  Collaborate with partners from Compensation and Benefits for payroll related items, including benefit deductions, 401k, sick & STD pay, commissions, relocation, ESPP, and stock options.

  
  
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  In accordance with our procedures, process requests for off-cycle payments

  
  
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  Follow outlined procedures for completing tasks

  
  
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  Prepare payroll reports as requested

  
  
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  Assist with internal and external audit requests

  
  

Desired skills and experience:

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  Bachelor's Degree in related field

  
  
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  2-3 years multi-state payroll experience, including garnishments and tax

  
  
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  Experience with third party payroll providers a plus

  
  
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  Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, focus on Excel

  
  
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  Able to multi-task and have superior attention to detail, organizational, time management, and analytical skills

  
  
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  Able to work under strict deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy & confidentiality

  
  
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  Strong interpersonal and customer service skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills

  
  
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  Ability to work independently in a professional manner with a team commitment

  
  
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  SAP SuccessFactors and EC Payroll a plus

  
  

Avanos Medical is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a current employee of Avanos, please apply here .

Join us at Avanos

Join us and you can make a difference in our products, solutions and our culture. Most of all, you can make a difference in the lives, people, and communities around the world.

Make your career count

Our commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of others begins with our employees - through a comprehensive and competitive range of benefits. We provide more than just a salary - our Total Rewards package encompasses everything you receive as an employee; your pay, health care benefits, retirement plans and work/life benefits.

Avanos offers a generous 401(k) employer match of 100% of each pretax dollar you contribute on the first 4% and 50% of the next 2% of pay contributed with immediate vesting.

benefits on day 1