Payroll​/Accounting Specialist

Job Description

Payroll/Accounting Specialist

Temp to Hire
Pay: $60K - $65K annually ($28.85-$31.25 per hour)

Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Our client is seeking a talented individual to work in their corporate accounting team. This position requires a basic understanding of accounting, and payroll experience and will report to the Controller and interface with upper management.

• Prepare and enter General Ledger accounting entries.
• Assist with monthly close processing and analysis.
• Backup for bank account reconciliations.
• Prepare AD HOC reports for management while utilizing Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Ensure timely compliance and accurate payroll by reviewing, preparing, processing, and thoroughly documenting the pay data (changes, transfers, terminations, new hires, deductions, benefit hour balances, etc.) on the bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payroll using Paychex Flex.
• Resolve outstanding issues or concerns in a timely and responsive manner to queries from employees, management, and external sources.
• Support all internal and external audits related to payroll, benefits, workers’ compensation, and 401K retirement.
• Work independently using a thorough knowledge of payroll administration and Best Payroll Practices in accordance with policies and procedures, and governmental laws and regulations, while maintaining confidentiality.
• Back up for calculating monthly sales commissions and manager bonuses based on bonus plans.

• Strong customer service and organizational skills.
• Communication proficiency.
• Strong time management skills.

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED): college work in business is a plus.
• Knowledge and experience with Paychex Flex
• Must have a comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, Outlook, and Excel.