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Senior Accountant: Payroll

Job in Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana, 47725, USA
Listing for: Jobot
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-21
Job specializations:
  • Finance & Banking
    Accounting Manager, Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst, Accounting & Finance
  • Accounting
    Accounting Manager, Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst, Accounting & Finance
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 75000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 75000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

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Job details:
Senior Accountant:
Payroll/$$$/Bonus & Profit Sharing

Salary: $75,000 – $100,000 per year

A bit about us

Our client specializes in the commercial and industrial construction space.

Why join us?
  • Top Compensation & Bonus
  • Profit Sharing
  • Medical/Dental/Vision
  • Retirement
Job Details

We are currently seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented, and experienced Permanent Senior Accountant specializing in Payroll for our rapidly expanding construction business. This role is integral to our financial department and will contribute significantly to our continued success. The ideal candidate will be responsible for handling various aspects of payroll accounting, including reconciliations, month-end close, journal entries, union payroll, job costing, billing, and variance analysis.

This position requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities
  • Oversee the payroll process for the organization, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of payments, and compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Perform reconciliations of payroll accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness of entries.
  • Handle month-end close procedures, including the preparation and posting of journal entries.
  • Manage union payroll, ensuring that all union rules and regulations are adhered to in the payroll process.
  • Perform job costing, allocating labor and materials costs to appropriate projects, and ensuring accurate and timely billing.
  • Manage the billing process, ensuring that all invoices are accurate and sent out in a timely manner.
  • Conduct variance analysis, identifying any discrepancies between actual and budgeted costs, and providing explanations for variances.
  • Collaborate with other members of the financial team to ensure a cohesive and efficient financial operation.
  • Ensure all payroll-related transactions are recorded correctly and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Qualifications
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll accounting, preferably in the construction industry.
  • Proficiency in reconciliations, month-end close procedures, and journal entries.
  • Experience in managing union payroll, with a thorough understanding of union rules and regulations.
  • Expertise in job costing and billing processes.
  • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to perform variance analysis and identify discrepancies.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial concepts to non-financial personnel.
  • A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
  • Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
  • Strong attention to detail, with the ability to identify errors and discrepancies in financial data.
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve payroll-related issues.
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    Position Requirements
    10+ Years work experience
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