Payroll Coordinator - Hemet

SUMMARY Processes, checks timesheets, and payroll data to ensure the correct payment to employees.

REQUIREMENTS REQUIRED SKILLS / ABILITIES

Exceptional written, verbal, and executive-level communication skills. Advanced interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict-resolution abilities. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities with excellent attention to detail. Demonstrated success leading HR operations across multi-site or multi-hospital environments. Required experience in unionized settings, including negotiation and grievance administration. Deep knowledge of federal, state, and local labor/employment laws and healthcare regulations. Proficiency with HRIS systems, data analytics, and modern HR technology platforms. Strong leadership presence, sound judgment, and high emotional intelligence.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Minimum 2 years of previous bookkeeping/payroll experience preferred Hospital payroll experience preferred

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program and safety standards. Checks timesheets for consistency and accuracy, clarifying inconsistencies with superiors. Calculates overtime, differential and other special adjustments and rates for computer or manual records. Calculates tax deductions, benefits, and other deductions for unusual or changed payroll data. Takes information for direct deposit payments and coordinates with banks to make such deposits. Reviews benefit accruals, pension, and other eligibility information, making adjustments as status changes dictate. Reviews benefit accruals, pension, and other eligibility information, making adjustments as status changes dictate. Calculates and reviews termination checks. Assists in the care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies. Distributes paychecks and helps employees to understand payroll calculations and deductions, investigating problems and making appropriate corrections. Participates in educational programs and in-service meetings. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.