Payroll Specialist

UMC - Abundant Life for Seniors

. Oversee biweekly payroll processing for more than 1,000 team members .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeNeptune • New Jersey • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $72,949 - $82,067 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll processing, including biweekly payroll for over 1,000 team members, compliance with tax and garnishment regulations, and preparation of financial reports. Strong organizational and analytical skills are essential for managing payroll calendars and resolving issues efficiently.

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Payroll ProcessingTax ComplianceFinancial ReportingMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingTax TreatmentGarnishment CalculationFinancial ReportingW-2 PreparationPayroll AuditsTimecard ReviewCommission AdministrationHoliday Pay CalculationMulti-Site Payroll Experience

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeExcelOutlook

Industry Keywords

Payroll ComplianceWage and Hour RulesHealthcare PayrollE-Verify

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee biweekly payroll processing for more than 1,000 team members
Review payroll for outliers, reconcile payroll before transmission, and validate confirmation reports
Review timecards and prepare daily exception reports
Follow up with managers to resolve payroll issues before deadlines
Apply proper tax treatment for wages and employer-paid benefits
Support internal and external payroll audits
Calculate and process garnishments accurately and in compliance with applicable requirements
Administer commission and mileage imports, part-time holiday pay calculations, and manual checks
Complete quarterly and year-end balancing and reporting, including Forms W-2 and W-2c
Develop financial and operational payroll reports for leadership and business partners
Stay current on wage and hour rules, garnishment, tax, 401(k), and benefit deduction requirements
Manage the payroll calendar and communicate processing dates and deadlines companywide

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED
At least 2 years of payroll experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or a related field preferred
3 to 5 years of related payroll experience preferred
Experience processing payroll for a multi-site or healthcare organization preferred
Applicants must be able to produce a negative drug test
Applicants may be subject to a background check
Employees must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position
United Methodist Communities participates in E-Verify

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Group Life and Voluntary Life Insurance
Tuition Assistance
Professional Development and E-Learning
Generous Paid Time Off
9 Paid Holidays
Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Employee Assistance & Discount Programs
Primarily remote work with some in-office days as needed