Overview Ardent Health Services (AHS) is a national health care services company headquartered in Nashville, TN. Through its subsidiaries, Ardent owns and operates nearly 200 sites of care. Our subsidiaries own and operate hospitals and multispecialty physician practices in six states. Ardent includes 30 hospitals, 4,423 patient beds, 23,000 employees, and 1,700 employed physicians. Within the industry, we are noted for recognizing that every hospital is as unique as the community it serves. This in-depth understanding of how health care works at the local level is one of our great strengths. POSITION SUMMARY The Payroll Coordinator will be responsible for all payroll related functions and provide support to all payroll related needs for the organization. Responsibilities Process end to end payroll to ensure the accurate processing of wage payments to exempt and nonexempt staff Process attendance records and other documents (e.g. W-2 and tax forms) Oversee electronic payments and distribution of payroll checks Process other financial compensations or deductions (e.g. annual bonuses, severance pay, taxes, worker’s compensation) Interacts with internal and external auditors; provides access to payroll and other related records as required Maintains records for annual worker’s compensation audits Audits and maintains sick/annual leave records for all eligible employees Compiles and maintains data necessary to calculate and process payments for annual /sick leave payoff upon termination Sorts, prioritizes, reviews for accuracy and processes incoming payroll/personnel documents Complete calendar year-end processing of payroll, including supplemental payrolls, W-2 and other tax forms Qualifications Education & Experience: High School Diploma 2+ years of payroll experience Hands-on experience with payroll software/HRIS; Lawson and Kronos system experience preferred Experience in Microsoft tools required: Outlook, Word, Excel Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Ability to provide accurate and efficient service under the stress of constant deadlines Knowledge of high-volume, multi-state payroll systems, processes, and procedures Knowledge of public institution personnel/payroll practices and procedures Knowledge and understanding of payroll documentation procedures and requirements Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications Ability to understand and process complex paperwork Knowledge of procedures and standards for check processing Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to audit and maintain financial records