Payroll Processor IV

Sutter Bay Hospitals

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Santa Rosa Until 10/4/2026 4+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted June 11, 2026 Last posted August 5, 2026
Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

SPMF-Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation - North

Position Overview:

Reviews, audits, and processes approved timekeeping records. Uploads timekeeping records, administers payroll process and cycle, and closes payroll to general ledger and sub-ledger. Calculates, reconciles, and remits federal, state, and local tax withholdings and files tax returns. Conducts year-end close through to W-2 submission. Collaborates with technical, human resources or accounting teams to solve payroll issues.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:
Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.

  • HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience


TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

  • 4 years recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

  • Working knowledge of payroll cycle and processes and applicable payroll laws and regulations.
  • Knowledge of applicable wage and hour laws, payroll accounting practices, and payroll tax reporting and filing requirements.
  • Ability to read, comprehend, and apply policies, procedures, practices, union bargaining agreements and recordkeeping requirements.
  • Ability to compute and apply basic mathematical functions and computations, including percentages, decimals and prorated amounts.
  • Demonstrates critical thinking skills with the ability to recognize, research and resolve questionable or complex data, and to determine solution or next steps.
  • Ability to communicate through verbal and written means, and to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
  • Organization skills and attention to details.
  • Displays a customer service focus in all decisions and actions.
  • Ability to prioritize workload to complete assignments accurately and timely, and to meet strict timelines.
  • Ability to interact and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
  • Demonstrates respect for cultural and linguistic differences and promotes an inclusive work environment.
  • Demonstrates initiative in providing feedback/input to improve workflow/processes.
  • Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with changing business priorities.
  • Ability to maintain and work discreetly with confidential information.
  • Ability to use essential applications and/or databases associated with the role’s duties and responsibilities.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $34.08 to $51.12 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

About this role

Summary

Process payroll, audit records, ensure compliance, collaborate with teams, and file taxes.

Job title

Payroll Processor IV

Experience level

4+ years

Minimum experience

4+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Santa Rosa, no remote work allowed

Salary

$0k–$0k

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

payroll cyclepayroll lawsmathematical skillscommunicationconfidentiality

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

payrolltax reportingauditingtimekeeping
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Santa Rosa, CA, USA

On-site City