Healthcare Payroll Specialist

University of Southern California; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California is seeking a Payroll Coordinator to support accurate, on-time employee compensation and data maintenance at Keck Hospital. You will process Kronos timesheets, handle off-cycle payments, and respond to payroll inquiries while coordinating with HR and accounting to ensure compliant payroll operations.

The role requires strong data accuracy, Excel proficiency, and the ability to work with hospital staff on payroll issues and audits.

Qualifications

• Process hospital payroll ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain employee data and respond to payroll questions.
• Coordinate with HR and management on payroll changes.

Responsibilities

• Process Kronos timesheets biweekly per policy.
• Enter off-cycle adjustments and terminated or new hire payments.
• Prepare reports for upper management on payroll metrics.
• Maintain confidentiality of payroll information.

Skills

Kronos

Excel

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma

Associate’s degree

Tools

None

Job description

University of Southern California is seeking a Payroll Coordinator to support accurate, on-time employee compensation and data maintenance at Keck Hospital. You will process Kronos timesheets, handle off-cycle payments, and respond to payroll inquiries while coordinating with HR and accounting to ensure compliant payroll operations.

The role requires strong data accuracy, Excel proficiency, and the ability to work with hospital staff on payroll issues and audits.