Payroll Accountant

Payroll Accountant | Nonprofit Organization

Cherry Hill, NJ | Fully Onsite

Up to $70,000 | Excellent Benefits

Our client is a mission-driven nonprofit organization seeking a Payroll Accountant to join their collaborative Finance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who values meaningful work, a supportive team environment, and a strong work-life balance.

The organization is looking for someone who can step into a key role supporting biweekly payroll for approximately 320 employees
, while also contributing to broader accounting functions. The ideal candidate will have both payroll and accounting experience, though strong accounting experience is the priority for someone willing to learn payroll.

• Process accurate and timely biweekly payroll for approximately 320 employees
• Review timesheets, payroll changes, deductions, overtime, PTO, and payroll exceptions
• Reconcile payroll-related accounts, taxes, benefits, and liabilities
• Prepare payroll journal entries and assist with general ledger reconciliations
• Support month-end and year-end close
• Prepare recurring and adjusting journal entries
• Assist with audits, reporting, and financial analysis
• Support general accounting projects as needed
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll and accounting processes

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• 3+ years of accounting experience; payroll experience strongly preferred
• Nonprofit experience is a plus, but not required
• Salary up to $70,000
  , depending on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Competitive HSA and EPO plan options
• Strong overall value in healthcare coverage
• 401(k) match of 50% up to 4%
• Collaborative, mission-focused work environment

Schedule: Monday–Friday, fully onsite in Mount Laurel, NJ