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, and Accounting staff to ensure payroll and accounts payable activities are processed accurately and timely.
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, or a related field; 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, and Accounting staff; Provide excellent customer service to employees and vendors; Comply with organizational 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.
Skills Required
- One year of payroll, accounts payable, accounting, or related office 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
- Associate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field
- Experience with ADP Workforce Now
What We Do
South Central Regional Medical Center is a 285-bed, public not-for-profit hospital located in Laurel, MS founded in 1952. The hospital primarily serves a 4-county area: Jones County, Jasper County, Wayne County and Smith County. The primary focus of the South Central Regional Medical Center Health System is to provide excellent healthcare services to the residents of South Central Mississippi and to improve the quality of life in the region. With more than 80 physicians on staff representing 28 medical specialties, South Central continues to meet the healthcare needs of a growing region. With over 2,100 employees throughout the health system, the highly skilled healthcare professionals work with cutting-edge technologies and offer the most modern diagnostic and treatment options.








