Payroll Coordinator

Jones County Junior College; Laurel, Northern (MS, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

South Central Regional Medical Center is seeking a Payroll Coordinator in Laurel, MS to manage biweekly and monthly payroll processes and related accounts payable duties in collaboration with Human Resources and Accounting staff.

Responsibilities include accurate payroll processing in ADP Workforce Now, timecard audits, payroll adjustments, and assisting with month-end reporting, general ledger coding, and vendor inquiries. Strong confidentiality and communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• At least one year of direct payroll experience.
• Working knowledge of payroll practices and basic accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good organizational and communication skills; ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly and monthly payroll in ADP Workforce Now.
• Review payroll for accuracy prior to processing.
• Audit timecards, pay rates, differentials, overtime, PTO, and other payroll items.
• Process payroll adjustments, manual checks, and off-cycle payrolls.
• Research and resolve payroll issues; collaborate with Human Resources regarding pay changes, new hires, transfers, and terminations.
• Prepare payroll journal entries and assist with payroll reconciliations; assist with month-end payroll reporting.

Skills

Payroll processing

Excel

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

Associate degree in Accounting

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

Job Title:

Payroll Coordinator

Department:

Accounting/Finance

Full Time

Job Summary:

The Payroll Coordinator is responsible for processing payroll for South Central Regional Medical Center and affiliated entities. This position also performs assigned accounts payable duties and assists with other accounting functions as needed while working closely with Human Resources, department managers, andAccountingstaff to ensure payroll and accounts payable activities are processed accurately andtimely.

Minimum Qualifications:

At least one (1) year of direct payroll experience, required; Working knowledge of payroll practices and basic accounting principles; Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office; Strong attention to detail; Good organizational and communication skills; Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications:

Associate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, ora relatedfield; At least one (1) year of Accounts Payable (AP) experience preferred; Experience with ADP Workforce Now.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Process biweekly and monthly payroll in ADP Workforce Now; Review payroll for accuracy prior to processing; Audit timecards, pay rates, differentials, overtime, PTO, and other payroll items; Process payroll adjustments, manual checks, and off-cycle payrolls; Research and resolve payroll issues; Collaborate with Human Resources regarding employee pay changes, new hires, transfers, and terminations; Prepare payroll journal entries and assist with payroll reconciliations; Assist with month-end payroll reporting; Process assigned accounts payable invoices; Code invoices to the appropriate general ledger accounts; Assist with check runs and electronic payments; Respond to vendor and employee questions; Maintain payroll and accounts payable records; Assist with other accounting duties as assigned.

Organizational Expectations:

Represent the organization professionally; Maintain confidentiality of payroll and financial information; Promote accuracy, accountability, and compliance; Work collaboratively with Human Resources, department leaders, andAccountingstaff; Provide excellent customer service to employees and vendors;Comply withorganizational policies and procedures.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit for extended periods, use standard office equipment, and perform routine office tasks. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

All candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position. The American with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that reasonable accommodations be made for qualified individuals to help perform the essential functions of the position.

South Central Regional Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.