[Remote] Payroll Operations Specialist

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Atlantic Health Strategies partners with behavioral health organizations to provide administrative and operational support. The Payroll Operations Specialist is a key member of the HR team, responsible for ensuring accurate payroll processing, maintaining compliance with regulations, and supporting employee lifecycle events. Responsibilities Process and audit payroll for multi-state employee populations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in accordance with FLSA requirements Manage employee compensation records, including new hires, terminations, pay adjustments, and status changes Coordinate withholding setup and maintenance in alignment with employee elections and regulatory requirements Establish and maintain employer-level registrations and accounts required for payroll processing and wage reporting across multiple states Support unemployment account management, including claims response, documentation tracking, and agency coordination Partner with HR to ensure accurate classification of employees and contractors in compliance with Department of Labor (DOL) guidelines Maintain payroll records in accordance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 confidentiality standards, where applicable Reconcile payroll discrepancies and conduct routine audits to ensure data integrity and compliance readiness Support HRIS onboarding and system transitions, including data validation across platforms such as Rippling, BambooHR, Gusto, and OnPay Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support reporting, audits, and continuous process improvement initiatives Skills Strong attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive and confidential information Ability to interpret and apply policies related to compensation, withholding, and unemployment processes Proficiency in payroll systems and Microsoft Office applications Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment Ability to work full-time in a remote environment (state-specific requirements may apply) Experience in payroll operations, HR administration, or a related field Demonstrated competencies in data accuracy, compliance, and process improvement Knowledge of wage and hour compliance, withholding coordination, unemployment account management, and multi-state employer account setup requirements Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and applicable regulatory standards Benefits Paid time off and paid holidays. Fully remote work arrangement. Health Insurance Company Overview You didn’t enter the Behavioral Health space to drown in paperwork, stress over Joint Commission audits, or troubleshoot IT tickets. It was founded in 2020, and is headquartered in West Palm Beach, FL, US, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is