Payroll Accountant Jobs

LHH is partnering with a rapidly growing manufacturing company committed to delivering quality products and services to their customers. They take pride in their dynamic team and are currently seeking a skilled Payroll Accountant to join their finance department and contribute to their continued success.

Job Summary:

As a Payroll Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for their multi-state workforce of 100 employees. You will be responsible for maintaining and tracking complex project-based timekeeping data, managing employee hours, processing payroll taxes, preparing W2s, calculating retirement plan contributions, and preparing journal entries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Stay up-to-date with changes in payroll and tax regulations to ensure compliance.
• Prepare journal entries related to payroll and benefits.
• Maintain and track project-based timekeeping data, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Process in-house multi-state payroll for 100 employees accurately and on time.
• Process payroll taxes, including federal, state, and local taxes, and ensure compliance with all tax regulations.
• Calculate retirement plan contributions and ensure accurate deductions.
• Create and maintain spreadsheets to track employee hours, audit for accuracy, and make necessary adjustments.
• Prepare annual W2 forms and distribute them to employees in a timely manner.
• Assist with ad-hoc reporting and special projects as assigned by the Finance Manager.

Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of payroll processes and accounting principles.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with payroll and accounting systems.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to create complex spreadsheets and perform data analysis.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• A supportive and collaborative work environment

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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