Payroll Accountant
Job in
Des Plaines, Cook County, Illinois, 60019, USA
Listed on 2026-02-28
Listing for:
LHH
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst, Payroll, Accounting Manager -
Finance & Banking
Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst, Payroll, Accounting Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We’re seeking a detail‑oriented Payroll Accountant to manage day‑to‑day payroll operations, general ledger activity, expense reporting, and cost accounting. This role processes weekly multi‑state payroll, maintains system accuracy, prepares journal entries, and supports cost roll‑ups and daily bank postings.
Key Responsibilities- Process weekly multi‑state payroll for 150+ employees
- Review timeclock data, verify hours, resolve discrepancies
- Set up garnishments, verify deductions, maintain payroll reports
- Prepare monthly hours reports & respond to tax inquiries
- Maintain payroll accruals and related GL entries
- Post daily banking activity and maintain cash management tracking
- Reconcile general ledger accounts and post payroll entries
- Review and approve expense reports; maintain expense reporting system
- Post credit card activity to the general ledger
- Maintain daily product cost roll‑ups and update weekly KPIs
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Required:
- BS/BA in Accounting
- 2+ years of exempt & non‑exempt payroll processing
- Strong knowledge of wage & hour laws and payroll tax regulations
- Experience with general ledger postings
- ADP Workforce Now
- SAP
If this aligns with your background, let’s connect:
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Qualified applicants with arrest/conviction records will be considered per applicable laws.
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