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Posted: 28-Jan-26
Location: Morristown, New Jersey
The Senior Payroll and Benefits Manager is responsible for overseeing and performing the reconciliation of payroll elements in Oracle to the general ledger accounts and the close process for all benefits. The role focuses on payroll and benefits recording, compliance with regulations and GAAP, reconciliations, financial analysis, and collaboration with the payroll and benefit teams. This position supports Atlantic Health's financial integrity through meticulous record keeping and detailed reconciliation processes related to payroll and benefits as well as overall responsibility for the annual audits of multiple retirement plans. Models a high level of sophistication, confidentiality and integrity due to the highly sensitive nature and/or complexity of the work and associated interactions.
Overall Duties and Responsibilities:
- Oversees the process and reconciliation of weekly payroll journal entries, accruals and adjustments, ensuring they are accurately recorded in the general ledger and that payroll element mapping is correct.
- Oversee the accounting for defined benefit and defined contributions plans, ensuring compliance with ERISA, IRS and DOL regulations
- Review and analyze accrued payroll and benefit accounts, investigating variances, and documenting findings for reporting.
- Collaborate extensively with members of the payroll, human resources and benefit teams to ensure proper treatment of monthly activity, changes made to plans and identifying and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Review and guide treasury supervisor to ensure the payroll back reconciliations are complete and accurate in a timely manner.
- Supports and assists in payroll and benefit forecasting on an interim basis as well as assisting in the preparation of related annual budgets.
- Assist in the maintenance and upgrades of the general ledger (Oracle Cloud) reporting system
- Assist in coordination with the actuaries related to various ERISA plans and several insurance plans for annual reporting, prepare journal entries to adjust balance sheet and expense balances.
- Prepare/review workpapers for external auditors and assists with interim and year end audits for AHS Hospital Corp.
- Prepare and review the multiple plans financial statements and disclosures, work independently with external auditors and filling of the 5500's.
- Revise, establish and implement accounting policies and procedures as necessary.
- Assists/covers co-workers as needed.
- Other related duties as requested.
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, CPA required.
- 5 or more years' experience in accounting related to pension plans, benefit plans and payroll.
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- PC knowledge; proficient in Excel, general knowledge of Teams and G/L system maintenance (Oracle Cloud preferred).
- Multi-task effectively and not be easily overwhelmed by a fast pace during month-end close.
- Be detail-oriented, have excellent communication skills, and a strong collaborative mindset.
- Be flexible, proactive and think critically to resolve issues.
- Experience accounting for defined benefit and defined contributions plans, ensuring compliance with ERISA, IRS and DOL regulations
At Atlantic Health System, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities, will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 20,000 team members. Headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include:
- Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ
- Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ
- Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ
- Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ
- Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ
- Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ
- CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ
- Atlantic Home Care and Hospice
- Atlantic Mobile Health
- Atlantic Rehabilitation
We also have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group. Atlantic Accountable Care Organization is one of the largest ACOs in the nation, and we are a member of AllSpire Health Partners.
We have received awards and recognition for the services we have provided to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades:
- 100 Best Companies to Work For (r) and FORTUNE(r) magazine for 15 years
- Best Places to Work in Healthcare - Modern Healthcare
- 150 Top Places to work in Healthcare - Becker's Healthcare
- 100 Accountable Care Organizations to Know - Becker's Hospital Review
- Best Employers for Workers over 50 - AARP
- Gold-Level "Well Workplace": Wellness Council of America (WELCOA)
- One of the 100 Best Workplaces for "Millennials" Great Place to Work(r) and FORTUNE(r) magazine
- One of the 20 Best Workplaces in Health Care: Great Place to Work(r) and FORTUNE(r) magazine
- Official Health Care Partner of the New York Jets
- NJ Sustainable Business
Atlantic Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:
Team Member Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
- Life & AD&D Insurance.
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
- PTO & Paid Sick Leave
- Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
- Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
- Backup and On-Site Childcare
- Well-Being Rewards
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
- Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
- Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
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Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.
EEO STATEMENT
Atlantic Health System, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.
Atlantic Health System is at the forefront of medicine, setting standards for quality health care powered by a workforce of more than 18,000 team members and 4,800 affiliated physicians dedicated to building healthier communities, the system offers more than 400 sites of care, including eight award-winning medical centers. Specializing in cardiovascular care, cancer care, orthopedics, neuroscience, pediatrics, women's health and rehabilitation medicine. Atlantic Medical Group, comprised of 1,000 physicians and advanced practice providers, represents one of the largest multi-specialty practices in New Jersey and includes finance, legal, marketing, human resources, talent acquisition, ISS and more. Caring for our patients, our team members and the communities we serve is our central mission.
