Payroll Accountant

Alliance Health System; Matawan (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliance Health System seeks a Payroll Manager to oversee accurate, timely payroll for all staff in Matawan, NJ. This role partners with HR and Finance to verify hires, changes, and deductions while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in payroll, familiarity with ADP/Paychex/UKG, and experience in accounting beyond payroll. Join a mission-driven organization focused on excellence in healthcare administration.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of payroll processing experience, ideally in healthcare or fast-paced environment.
• Experience with payroll systems (ADP, Paychex, UKG) and MS Office (Excel).
• Experience in accounting in addition to payroll.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly and/or monthly payroll accurately and on time for all employees, including regular pay, overtime, deductions, garnishments, and adjustments.
• Maintain payroll records, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with HR and Finance teams to verify new hires, terminations, pay changes, benefit deductions, and leave balances.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues, discrepancies, and general questions in a professional and timely manner.
• Reconcile payroll data and reports; prepare and submit payroll taxes, wage reports, and related filings.
• Assist with year-end processes including W-2 and 1099 preparation.
• Support audits and provide documentation as requested.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Discretion & integrity

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

ADP

Paychex

UKG

MS Excel

Job description

Payroll Manager (Certified Payroll Professional- Preferred)

Alliance Health Systems
Location: Matawan, NJ

Department: Finance

Location: Headquarters - Matawan

Compensation: $80,000 - $120,000 / year

Reports to: CFO

About Us

Alliance Health System provides practice management and administrative support services that enable healthcare professionals to focus on clinical care while we streamline the business side of operations. With a commitment to delivering excellence and results, we empower our teams to continually improve processes, foster collaboration, and support our clients in achieving superior outcomes.

Position Summary

The Payroll Administrator plays a key role in ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing for all employees. This position combines technical payroll responsibilities with strong collaboration across departments and contributes to our mission of providing exceptional administrative support that drives efficiency and excellence throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly and/or monthly payroll accurately and on time for all employees, including regular pay, overtime, deductions, garnishments, and adjustments.
• Maintain payroll records, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with HR and Finance teams to verify new hires, terminations, pay changes, benefit deductions, and leave balances.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues, discrepancies, and general questions in a professional and timely manner.
• Reconcile payroll data and reports; prepare and submit payroll taxes, wage reports, and related filings.
• Assist with year-end processes including W-2 and 1099 preparation.
• Support audits and provide documentation as requested.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of payroll processing experience, ideally in a healthcare or fast-paced environment.
• Experience with payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Paychex, UKG) and MS Office (especially Excel).
• Experience in accounting in addition to payroll.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset, and commitment to data accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion.
• Collaborative approach aligned with our culture of partnership and excellence.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Be part of a team that strives for operational excellence and fosters a supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Contribute to a mission-driven organization that values results, trust, and continuous improvement.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Alliance Health System is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where people of all backgrounds can thrive. We encourage candidates from all walks of life to apply.

Background Check Requirement

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information as permitted by law rmitted by law.