Staff Accountant – Payroll

Responsibilities

• Responsible for general ledger account analysis, journal entry preparation, accrual calculations and forecasting
• Provide audit, research, reporting and analysis of the organization’s payroll
• Perform monthly close, work papers and analysis for financial accounting
• Prepare journal entries and accrual calculations
• Develop schedules and reports to conduct variance analysis and investigate variances
• Ensure data integrity by identifying errors/trends in accounting data
• Partner with FP&A to determine how plans/forecasts are calculated
• Analyze and review forecast to actual results on consolidated level
• Conduct reconciliations and balancing between third-party tax reports and payroll tax summary reports
• Maintain accurate documentation of PR elections & exemptions and reciprocity rules
• Create and monitor pre- and post-payroll reports; audit daily reports and provide findings to management
• Assist Sr. Accountant in responding to internal and external audit requests
• Assist with routine/ad-hoc reporting and various administrative tasks

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting
• 1-2 years of payroll/accounting experience
• Proficient or Advanced in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Proficient in Workday, ADP Smart Compliance
• Knowledge of Accounting/Payroll including process, procedures and internal controls
• Strong analysis, research and audit skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong time management skills
• Ability to work independently
• Power BI experience a plus
• Adaptive financial software experience a plus

Demonstrates expertise in general ledger account analysis, journal entry preparation, and payroll auditing, with a strong focus on data integrity and variance analysis. Proficient in financial reporting and analysis, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.