PAYROLL AND BUDGETING ANALYST

CenterLight Health System; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

CenterLight Health System is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll and Budgeting Analyst to join their Finance team. This hybrid role involves payroll processing and budgeting/forecasting responsibilities, ideal for a candidate with strong analytical skills and a solid foundation in financial planning.

The position requires proficiency in managing payroll records and collaborating with department heads to refine budget assumptions. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance and 1–3 years of relevant experience.

Salary range is $69,000.00 - $73,000.00 with a commitment to equal opportunity in employment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in payroll and/or financial planning and analysis (FP&A).
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Experience in a multi-state payroll environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update payroll records including benefit changes and deductions.
• Assist in the development of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Monitor timecard submissions and follow up on missing or inconsistent data.
• Prepare reports and dashboards for senior management and board presentations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Job description

Job Purpose

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical professional to join our Finance team as a Payroll and Budgeting Analyst. This hybrid role will be split between payroll administration and budgeting/forecasting responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in payroll processing and financial planning, and the ability to work cross‑functionally to support accurate financial operations and strategic decision‑making.

Job Responsibilities

Payroll:

• Maintain and update payroll records including benefit changes, bonuses, and deductions.
• Coordinate with HR to ensure accuracy of employee data prior to payroll processing.
• Monitor timecard submissions and follow up on missing or inconsistent data.
• Process bi‑weekly payrolls for all employees, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate reports.
• Track garnishments, wage assignments, and other deductions to ensure proper application.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare payroll and labor-related reconciliations, reports and support monthly close process.
• Stay up-to-date on payroll laws and regulations and recommend process improvements.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Assist in the development of annual budgets and periodic forecasts across departments.
• Analyze financial trends and variances against budget, providing actionable insights to leadership.
• Collaborate with department heads to gather inputs and refine budget assumptions.
• Prepare reports and dashboards for senior management and board presentations, as needed.
• Support ad‑hoc financial analysis and special projects.

Schedule: 8:30AM – 5:30PM. Weekly Hours: 40.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance is required. Advanced degrees in accounting/finance, healthcare administration, or a related field are desirable, but not required.
• 1–3 years of experience in payroll and/or financial planning and analysis (FP&A).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to meet multiple deadlines timely and accurately.
• Experience in a multi‑state payroll environment is preferred.
• Experience in nonprofit or healthcare sectors is desirable.

Physical Requirements

• Standing – duration of up to 6 hours a day.
• Sitting/Stationary positions – sedentary position for up to 6–8 hours a day for consecutive hours/periods.
• Lifting/Push/Pull – up to 50 pounds of equipment, baggage, supplies, and other items using OSHA guidelines, etc.
• Bending/Squatting – able to safely bend or squat to perform the essential functions under the scope of the job.
• Stairs/Steps/Walking/Climbing – must be able to maneuver stairs safely, climb up/down and walk to access work areas.
• Agility/Fine Motor Skills – must demonstrate agility and fine motor skills to operate and activate equipment, devices, instruments, and tools to complete essential job functions (i.e., typing, use of supplies, equipment, etc.).
• Sight/Visual Requirements – must be able to read documentation, papers, orders, signs, etc., and accurately type/write documentation, etc.
• Audio Hearing and Motor Skills (language) Requirements – must be able to listen attentively and document information from patients, community members, co‑workers, clients, providers, etc., and intake information through audio processing with accuracy. In addition, must be able to speak comfortably and clearly with language and motor skills for customers to understand an individual.
• Cognitive Ability – must be able to demonstrate good decision‑making, reasonableness, cognitive ability, rational processing, and analysis to satisfy essential functions of the job.

Disclaimer: Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the company. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, height, weight, or genetic information. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

Salary Range (Min‑Max): $69,000.00 - $73,000.00.