Payroll Administrator

Good Shepherd Health Care•Hermiston, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Payroll Administrator is responsible for administering payroll operations for a hospital workforce that includes union and non-union employees, multiple departments, and varied shifts. This role ensures accurate and timely payroll processing in compliance with collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), hospital policies, and state and federal wage and hour laws. The Payroll Administrator collaborates closely with HR and Finance teams and serves as a resource for managers and employees regarding payroll processes, procedures, and inquiries.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
3–5 years of payroll experience, including at least 1–2 years in a supervisory or lead role.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Occasional walking, standing, bending, or lifting light office items (up to 25 pounds).
Visual acuity to view computer screens and read detailed financial documents.
Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and electronically.
May be required to move throughout the healthcare facility, including administrative and clinical areas.

Responsibilities

Oversee the preparation, processing, and distribution of multi-cycle payrolls in accordance with organizational schedules.
Review and approve payroll transactions for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with policies and regulations.
Interpret and apply union collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) to payroll processes, ensuring wages, differentials, step increases, and other negotiated provisions are correctly reflected.
Partner with HR and department leaders to clarify pay rules, resolve discrepancies, and implement contract changes affecting payroll.
Ensure proper calculation of wages, overtime, shift differentials, benefits, garnishments, and other payroll-related items.
Maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding payroll and taxation.
Assist with payroll system upgrades, testing, and process improvements.
Train, mentor, and provide support to payroll staff, ensuring high levels of accuracy and customer service.
Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to reconcile payroll data, resolve discrepancies, and support reporting needs.
Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll in a timely and professional manner.
Assist with audits, compliance reporting, and the preparation of quarterly and year-end payroll reports (e.g., W-2s, 941s).
Support the development and enforcement of payroll policies and procedures.
The employee supports the hospital mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.
Participates in required education for DNV programs as applicable to position (reference program education curriculum).
Performs other related duties as assigned.