Payroll Clerk

University Orthopaedic Associates - A Division of OrthoNJ, is a leading private orthopedic practice which provides a full spectrum of orthopedic care. Our board certified surgeons each with subspecialty training offer the best care in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, joint replacement, traumatology, hand and upper extremity surgery, foot and ankle surgery and surgery of the spine.

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team in our Somerset Office as a Part-Time Payroll Clerk!

Candidates must have:

· High school diploma or equivalent.

· Paylocity experience a plus.

· 1-2 years of experience preferred.

· Candidates must be physically able to sit in front of a computer for long hours at a time

· Ability to stand for filing and making copies.

· Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Qualified candidates should be accurate and meticulous in data entry and timeliness with excellent attention to detail. They should have a good understanding of computer technology and have good software skills with programs such as Word, Excel, etc. They should exemplify exceptional math, memory, organizational and time management skills and have general office skills including clerical and administrative skills. Candidate must have an excellent understanding in the importance of integrity, ethics and confidentiality required due to the nature of this position.

Summary:

In this support role, the candidate will manage aspects of timesheets, data entry, filing and payroll processing of hourly & salary employees, including managing data relating to the hours worked by an employee, overtime and paid time off requests within a pay period and then matching with their hourly wage as well as obtaining the necessary manager approvals. Candidate will assist in maintaining accurate payroll records and employee HR files. The Payroll Clerk will also assist the department with other HR duties.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Collects and verifies time sheets corrections, etc. and inputs into the payroll system.
• Verifies employee time off accruals and balances
• Maintains employee files and records
• Performs basic reconciliation and auditing processes during the payroll cycle.
• Verifies employee records and consult with department in the event of a discrepancy.
• Coordinates with other departments, managers and employees to improve and update payroll systems.
• Distributes employee paychecks and statements to managers for distribution on time and accurately.
• Maintains employee contact and answer questions from employees and vendors.
• Assists with audits.
• Copies, files, prints and retrieves relevant reports and documents as needed and distribute to necessary management team.
• Liaise with the accounting department to ensure accurate information.
• Assists with onboarding new hires, uniform management, and other employee related items.
• Ensures up-to-date employee licenses and certifications to database. Follow up with employees as needed for renewed licenses.
• Maintains up with Emergency Phone and Extension Lists
• Follows all processing procedures, adheres to policies and maintains confidentiality.
• Complies with all Federal and State laws governing HIPAA.
• Additional duties as needed.

University Orthopaedic Associates (UOA) - A Division of OrthoNJ, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or military or veteran status in accordance with federal law. In addition, UOA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every jurisdiction in which it maintains facilities. UOA also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. Qualified minorities and/ or women are encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Part-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person