Introduction:
We are seeking a highly skilled Payroll Accountant to join our team. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working with numbers, has a keen eye for detail, and is passionate about ensuring accuracy in payroll processing. If you have a strong work ethic and are looking for a challenging yet rewarding career, we encourage you to apply
Job Responsibilities:
- Process payroll for all employees accurately and on time
- Maintain and update employee payroll records
- Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations
- Collaborate with HR and other departments to resolve payroll-related issues
- Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll
- Prepare payroll reports and analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement
Job Brief:
As a Payroll Accountant, you will be responsible for ensuring that all employees are paid accurately and on time. You will work closely with HR and other departments to resolve payroll-related issues and ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. Your attention to detail and strong analytical skills will be critical in this role.
Detailed Responsibilities:
- Review and verify timekeeping records for accuracy
- Calculate and process payroll deductions, including taxes and benefits
- Prepare and distribute paychecks or direct deposits
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee payroll records
- Collaborate with HR and other departments to resolve payroll-related issues
- Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll
- Prepare payroll reports and analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement
Requirements and Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in payroll processing
- Strong knowledge of payroll tax regulations
- Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Excel
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
We require a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field and 3+ years of experience in payroll processing.
The key responsibilities of this role include processing payroll for all employees accurately and on time, maintaining and updating employee payroll records, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, collaborating with HR and other departments to resolve payroll-related issues, responding to employee inquiries related to payroll, and preparing payroll reports and analyzing data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
The skills required for this role include strong knowledge of payroll tax regulations, proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Excel, excellent attention to detail and analytical skills, and strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Review and Approval:
This job description has been reviewed and approved by the HR department and the hiring manager.
