Payroll File Developer

Horace Mann is looking for a Payroll File Developer.  This role requires an understanding of Payroll and EDI terminology.  If you have prior experience working in the insurance or third-party administrator (TPA) industry in a technical role working with EDI files and/or analyzing and testing electronic data files or relevant technical experience this could be a fit for you.  We are looking for a candidate who can work collaboratively with team members, other internal departments, and external customers to analyze and research a question, determine a solution, and provide an explanation or request programming changes when necessary.

• Analyze a payroll file layout(s) field by field.
• Meet with payroll vendor and/or client to obtain additional information when needs are unclear.
• Facilitate ongoing communication with vendor and/or client.
• Meet with case builder to ensure understanding of needs for each field on a file layout.
• Create test payroll files for a specific file(s) based on client and vendor criteria.
• Create testing files and receive feedback from payroll vendor.
• Perform review of test files field by field and document testing results. The review and testing cycle may occur multiple times Collaborate with team on solutions to achieve the result needed.
• Track progress and ensure due dates are met.
• Provide final user sign off after all requirements have been met so programming can be deployed to the production environment.
• Review and audit 1st payroll files to ensure production turnover accuracy.

• Bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent experience.
• Prior experience working in the insurance or third-party administrator (TPA) industry in a technical role working with EDI files and/or analyzing and testing electronic data files or relevant technical experience.
• Understanding of Payroll and EDI terminology and file structures (834, flat files, etc.).
• Ability to read, understand and interpret file specifications.
• Experience with Structured Query Language (SQL) and compare tools like UltraEdit.
• Proven problem solving, troubleshooting and analytical skills are essential.
• Ability to determine solutions and resolve issues with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members and other internal departments as well as external vendors.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize workload in a frequently interrupted environment.
• Proficient with Excel and Word.
• Strong written, verbal, collaboration, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Sound decision making skills.
• Customer service focused.

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