Analyst Corporate Accounting

Full-time

Paylocity is an award-winning provider of cloud-based HR and payroll software solutions, offering the most complete platform for the modern workforce. The company has become one of the fastest-growing HCM software providers worldwide by offering an intuitive, easy-to-use product suite that helps businesses automate and streamline HR and payroll processes, attract and retain talent, and build a strong workplace culture.

While traditional HR and payroll providers automate basic HR processes such as payroll and benefits administration, Paylocity goes further by developing tools that HR and businesses need to compete for talent and deliver against the expectations of the modern workforce.

We give our employees what they need to succeed, including great benefits and perks! We offer medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and a 401(k) match, as well as perks that support you, your family, and your finances. And if it’s career development you desire, we provide that, too! At Paylocity, people matter most and have always been at the heart of our business.

When you feel like you belong, work is no longer work – it's personal. At Paylocity, we believe better employees lead to better companies. Workplaces and cultures that care will build the future, and at Paylocity, we’re doing just that. Join us as we change the future and transform your career!

There are jobs and then there are careers. Since 1997, Paylocity has been hiring talented people, giving them big challenges, and providing the right resources to help them succeed. Our award-winning culture ensures all employees feel truly welcome, appreciated, and free to be themselves. While other companies talk about it, we make it happen. Join Paylocity and launch your career!

This role follows a hybrid schedule, requiring two days in the office at our Schaumburg, IL location and three days remote per week. The in‑office days are subject to business needs. Candidates must be able to commute to the office as required. The work arrangement for this role is subject to change based on business needs and individual performance. This may include adjustments to on‑site requirements or schedule expectations, as necessary.

The Analyst – Corporate Accounting will be a key member of the team with key responsibilities that include posting journal entries and preparing monthly balance sheet account analyses. This position may also assist the accounting team in other month‑end activities and special projects as needed. This is a role where the individual will be expected to work independently at times as well as ensure open communication with the team for accurate and timely month‑end reporting.

• Prepare journal entries and balance sheet analysis with reconciliation to the general ledger on monthly and quarterly basis
• Conduct independent review of some journal entries and account analyses
• Responsible for various accounting areas such as fixed assets, payroll, revenue, cash and prepaid transactions
• Responsible for supporting topics such as revenue recognition and billing operations.
• Special projects as necessary involving accounting, analysis, reporting or operating aspects of the company
• Ensure processes are executed in a timely and accurate manner including the monthly close account analysis
• Ensure compliance with internal controls
• Other accounting duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required, CPA or progress towards CPA a plus
• 2+ years of experience in accounting-related work (large corporation or public accounting experience a plus)
• Previous work experience in general accounting duties, account reconciliations, and general ledger
• Intermediate to advanced level experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to take ownership of assignments and be self‑motivated
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure of time constraints
• Must be detail oriented, well organized, and have the ability to prioritize work and be able to work accurately with numbers

• Ability to sit for extended periods:
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