Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist – Phoenix Home Care & Hospice – Springfield, MO

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM (No weekends!)
Salary: $47,000–$52,000 annually

Benefits

• Health Coverage: Major medical plans, dental, vision, and spousal insurance
• Retirement: 401(k)
• Time Off: PTO
• Culture: Employee recognition programs, outstanding team atmosphere
• Work-life Balance: Full-time, weekday schedule—no weekends

Role Responsibilities

• Process large volumes of payroll data accurately and on schedule
• Reconcile discrepancies through detailed research and follow-up
• Analyze payroll reports and metrics using Excel; maintain employee payroll data
• Assist with year-end activities (e.g., W-2, tax reconciliation)
• Complete special assignments as directed by Supervisor

Required Qualifications

• 1–3 years of payroll experience (healthcare background preferred)
• Experience with an HCM system (UKG, ADP, Workday, etc.)
• Advanced Excel plus solid proficiency in Teams, Word, and Outlook
• Excellent attention to detail and service-oriented mindset
• Proven ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and procedural writing capabilities

Preferred Skills

• Understanding of multi-state payroll and payroll taxes
• Prior healthcare payroll exposure
• Additional skills: effective communication, collaboration, compliance awareness

Why Join Phoenix?

Phoenix champions new beginnings—for families, clients, caregivers, clinicians, and team members. Our mission-driven culture is built on compassion, honesty, and patience, with a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your payroll experience and why Phoenix aligns with your values. Our Springfield payroll team looks forward to welcoming you and supporting excellence behind the scenes!