Accounting & Payroll Consultant

• Location 1201 Winterson Road,Linthicum Heights, MD, 21090,United States
• Base Pay $43.00 - $47.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Contract

Wag Way Group is a PE-backed pet clubs and wellness company with operating brands across the U.S . Wag Way was established to build a national, contemporary network of leading pet wellness providers in attractive markets. Wag Way pet centers offer daycare, boarding, grooming, training, and vet services under a comprehensive model. The Company aspires to set the standard for pet wellness through the combination of service excellence, innovation, and pet health monitoring.

The Payroll & Account ing Consultant will provide specialized payroll administration and accounting services across its portfolio of pet care businesses . This engagement combines responsibility for accurate , timely payroll deliverables with senior-level accounting support, including general ledger reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close activities, and financial reporting.

The ideal consultant brings strong technical accounting expertise , comprehensive payroll knowledge, proficiency with financial systems and the ability to work independently in a fast paced , multi-entity environment.

Manage end-to-end payroll processing for all entities, ensuring accurate and timely payroll execution.

Review payroll inputs, including regular wages, overtime, commissions, bonuses, deductions, reimbursements and adjustments.

Audit payroll registers, timekeeping records, and exception reports to identify and resolve discrepancies.

Administer payroll changes related to new hires, terminations, compensation adjustments and employee status changes.

Coordinate payroll tax with holdings, filings, remittances and reconciliations with our payroll provider.

Support multi-state payroll compliance, including wage and hour requirements, final pay and applicable tax obligations.

Reconcile payroll registers to general ledger accounts and ensure accurate recording of payroll expenses and liabilities

Investigate payroll discrepancies and coordinate with HR as needed

Support quarterly and year end payroll processes, including w2 preparation, payroll tax reconciliation and annual reporting

Identify opportunities to stre ngthen payroll controls, streamline workflows, and improve reporting accuracy.

Perform detailed and accurate monthly balance sheet account reconciliations across multiple entities and locations.

Investigate, resolve, and document reconciliation discrepancies, escalating complex or unresolved issues as appropriate .

Support accounts payable processing to ensure invoices are accurately recorded and payments are made timely and in accordance with established terms.

Analyze current and historical financial data to identify trends, investigate variances, and support financial reporting.

Develop, streamline, and document accounting processes, workflows, and standard operating procedures to improve efficiency, accuracy, and consistency.

Identify and record bank fees, interest, and other unrecorded transactions in the accounting system.

Reconcile bank activity, including deposits, withdrawals, ACH payments, and intercompany transfers, to the corresponding transactions in the accounting system.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address accounting-related needs and support business operations.

Support accounting system enhancements, process automation, and other continuous improvement initiatives as the company grows.

Support compliance with applicable local, state, and federal financial reporting and…