Senior Payroll Administrator

R1 is the leading provider of technology-driven solutions that transform the patient experience and financial performance of hospitals, health systems and medical groups. We are the one company that combines the deep expertise of a global workforce of revenue cycle professionals with the industry’s most advanced technology platform, encompassing sophisticated analytics, AI, intelligent automation, and workflow orchestration.

As our Senior Payroll Administrator, you will be a key member of the payroll team responsible for supporting accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing for a large employee population. This role partners closely with HR, Finance, Benefits, Time & Attendance, and external vendors to ensure payroll cycles run smoothly, payroll data is reconciled and audit-ready, and employee issues are resolved efficiently.

The ideal candidate brings strong Workday payroll experience, a high attention to detail, and a hands‑on, service‑focused mindset.

Here’s what you will experience working as a Senior Payroll Administrator:

• Crosstrain to support processing of biweekly (hourly) and semi-monthly (salaried) payroll cycles for 10,000+ employees.
• Support day‑to‑day payroll activities including validation of payroll inputs, troubleshooting exceptions, and ensuring deadlines are consistently met.
• Assist with payroll testing and implementation activities, including participation in system changes and process improvements.

• Leverage strong Workday knowledge to support payroll operations, including monitoring payroll readiness, auditing data, and resolving payroll‑impacting issues.
• Ensure Payroll and Leave of Absence integrations process successfully in the HRIS; research and action integration errors/warnings (inbound/outbound and external integrations).
• Test and assist in implementations/enhancements that improve payroll processing efficiency (including support activities tied to solutions such as payroll/timekeeping platforms).

• Monitor adherence to timekeeping deadlines and elevate non‑compliance trends appropriately.

• Serve as first-level support for Payroll inquiries through Service Now (or similar ticketing system), including problem identification, research, and resolution of:
• Employee pay and tax questions
• System/timekeeping issues impacting pay
• Payroll Tax Compliance, Reconciliation, & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX, and applicable federal/state payroll laws and regulations.
• Maintain payroll files and documentation thoroughly and accurately in accordance with company policy and record retention requirements.
• Validate and audit specialized payroll items, including:
  Garnishment orders (validate accuracy between vendor and HRIS/system records)

• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all payroll processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance.

• Minimum 7 years of experience in payroll, timekeeping, or a closely related role.
• Strong Workday experience and ADP Smart Compliance supporting payroll operations (payroll processing support, auditing/reconciliation, troubleshooting exceptions).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to research issues, identify root causes, and follow through to resolution.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing deadlines in a high‑volume environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and confidentiality.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency…