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Payroll Specialist

Surgery Partners
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 19 Feb 2026

About the role

JOB TITLE: Payroll Specialist - Hybrid Opportunity

This is a hybrid position based at our corporate office in Brentwood, TN, with on-site work required Monday through Wednesday, and remote work allowed.

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for processing payroll for surgery centers and surgical hospitals. The payroll specialist will review timesheets, assist administrators with changes, verify other related payroll data, and process the payroll on a bi-weekly schedule. This position will work closely with Human Resources as it relates to all payroll analysis and processing, as well as consulting on best practices and configuration.

The payroll specialist is the primary point of contact for the field as they navigate employee time sheets and processes. He/she will ensure payroll is processed in a timely and accurate manner, specifically the accuracy of regular pay, bonuses, vacation, PTO pay, Wage Garnishments and other payroll related data in preparation for processing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

  • Coordinate with supervisors in the organization responsible for approving timesheets and payrolls
  • Process payroll
  • Coordinate with HR about changes in payroll (e.g. terminations, new hires)
  • Process other financial compensations or deductions (e.g. annual bonuses, severance pay, spot bonuses, market adjustments, merit increases)
  • Check payroll information for accuracy
  • Assist employees and supervisors with general payroll questions and educate as needed on company-specific payroll policies
  • All other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Proven experience as a Payroll Specialist or similar role
  • Familiarity with UKG Workforce Management (time and attendance system) in conjunction with UKG Pro Payroll preferred
  • Familiarity with payroll processes 
  • Good knowledge of legislation relevant to accounting and payroll (such as Sarbanes-Oxley Act or FLSA)
  • An analytical mind with good math skills
  • Strong communication skills
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Outlook
  • Healthcare experience preferred

Education:

  • A degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field is preferred but not required.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, dynamic healthcare environment.
  • Access to continued professional development and training.
  • Supportive work culture and team.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
  • Life Insurance 
  • Routine Time Off
  • 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
  • And more! 

ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS: Normal busy office environment with much telephone work. Possible long hours as needed. The description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.

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