Payroll Accountant

Job Description Summary

Accountant for the Payroll department is responsible for the general ledger account reconciliations, posting payroll accruals, accounting analyses, and projects. This position requires very strong analytical and accounting skills, experience working with large ERP and HRIS software, and ability to work with multiple levels of management.

• Handle the monthly general ledger close process including preparing GL account reconciliations and validations, posting journal entries, processing GL interfaces, variance analyses, payroll wage payment vendor invoice reconciliation.
• Assist senior and senior manager in providing GL mapping and accounting solutions at department and business unit levels.
• Prepare journal entries including garnishments, PAC contributions, and other payroll related accruals (US and Europe).
• Provide back‑up support to other payroll accounting team members, GL account reconciliations (e.g., bank accounts, benefits, payroll taxes, other payroll related items), preparing various journal entries, and other ad hoc accounting projects and analyses.
• Maintain Standard Operating Procedures and Desktop Procedures related to the areas of responsibility.
• Conduct GL research and financial analysis for various Business Units.
• Manage escheatment filing process.

• Education/Training – BA/BS degree in accounting or finance.
• Business Experience – 3-4 years accounting experience, SAP or other large Enterprise Software experience, advanced Excel skills, Workday system experience.
• Solid understanding of accounting and financial statements as it relates to Payroll.
• Ability to manage and prioritize various responsibilities with competing, short deadlines.
• Ability to work with multiple levels of management.
• Very strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Customer‑oriented with strong ability for trouble‑shooting and issue resolution.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision as well as in a team‑based environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Environment:
Traditional office environment.

Physical Requirements:

Large percent of time performing computer‑based work is required.

Base Pay Range: $76,400 – $127,400. A comprehensive benefits package and additional compensation such as annual bonus or long‑term incentive opportunities may be offered.

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Disability Accommodation email addressed in the original posting.