Internal Apply External Apply Refer a Friend Back Job Details Payroll Clerk Req #: 0000238248 Category: Accounting / Finance Status: Full-Time Shift: Day Facility: RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services Department: Payroll Pay Range: $21.69 - $30.64 per hour Location: 2 Crescent Place, Oceanport, NJ 07757
Job Title: Payroll Clerk Location: System Business Office Department Name: Payroll Req #: 0000238248 Status: Hourly Shift: Day Pay Range: $21.69 - $30.64 per hour Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidates educational background, skills, and professional experience.
Overview: The Payroll Clerk is responsible for performing essential administrative and operational support functions within the Payroll Department. This position ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll-related documentation, check distribution, garnishment administration, and internal communications. The Payroll Clerk serves as a key on-site resource, maintaining physical controls, document integrity, and supporting compliance-driven payroll processes. This position will be on-site five days per week.
Duties:
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail, including confidential employee documentation • Support payroll filing, document retention, and record organization in accordance with company and regulatory guidelines • Receive, log, and route wage garnishment orders, IRS lock-in letters, and related legal documents • Transmit garnishment orders to ADP timely and accurately • Support reconciliation of garnishment payments and resolving discrepancies • Assist payroll team with administrative reporting and data entry • Support payroll calendar management and workflow tracking • Assist with internal audits, documentation requests, and compliance initiatives • Support special projects as assigned and other duties as required
Qualifications:
High School Diploma 1-3 years of administrative experience, preferably in payroll, finance, or Human Resources Experience working with payroll systems Strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills Ability to handle and manage confidential information with discretion Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) Excellent communication skills both in writing and verbal
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:
• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time • Retirement Plans • Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance • Dental and Vision Insurance • Disability and Life Insurance • Paid Parental Leave • Tuition Reimbursement • Student Loan Planning Support • Flexible Spending Accounts • Wellness Programs • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) • Community and Volunteer Opportunities • Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health: RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state.
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At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Plans Short & Long Term Disability Life & Accidental Death Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer