HR Payroll Accountant
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Job Location:
Dalton, GA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title
HR Payroll AccountantPosition Overview
Were seeking an experienced Payroll Accountant to take ownership of payroll reconciliations and this role youll ensure accurate timely processing in full compliance with federal and state laws while handling sensitive employee data with the highest level of discretion. You will also support taxation and core payroll processes while collaborating closely with Finance HR and Legal teams.
Responsibilities
Own accurate and timely payroll accounting entries including accruals journal entries inter-company charge outs and reconciliations in compliance with IFRS GAAP and internal policies.
Oversee payroll account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
Manage and review payroll tax filings and payments for U.S. entities ensuring compliance with federal state/provincial and local regulations.
Support year-end payroll activities including W-2 preparation and audit documentation.
Collaborate with internal and external auditors to fulfill audit requests and provide timely responses.
Partner with Finance and HR to deliver payroll data for financial statements forecasts and operational reporting.
Contribute to month-end and year-end close processes with timely payroll deliverables.
Address employee payroll inquiries and ensure prompt resolution.
Maintain labor and tax allocations within Workday.
Oversee weekly and monthly payroll settlements confirming bank file accuracy and payment timeliness.
Sort and distribute tax and garnishment mail and email correspondence to appropriate stakeholders.
Manage weekly recognition reporting and taxation.
Collaborate cross-functionally with HR Tax Finance and IT to ensure accurate payroll processing and organizational compliance.
Communicate complex payroll tax and accounting matters clearly to both financial and non-financial audiences.
Qualifications
Required:
Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g. pivot tables VLOOKUP).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Discretion and professionalism in handling confidential data.
Prior accounting experience preferably in payroll.
Preferred:
1 year of relevent work experience.
Experience using Workday or similar payroll systems.
FPC or CPP certification.
Experience with multi-state payroll operations.
Competencies
Manage Work:Recognizes critical vs. non-critical tasks and adjusts workflow accordingly.
Initiate Action:Takes proactive steps and implements solutions without being prompted.
Communicate Effectively:Expresses ideas with clarity and conciseness.
Solve Problems/Innovateand tests new ideas to solve payroll challenge
Special Requirements:
Willing to work all Mondays including holidays.Willing to work weekends and evenings as needed. Incumbents must be able to work under time constraints to ensure deadlines are met.Must be able to prioritize take initiative and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Work Shift
8 Hr non-rotating shift Hrs fall to in punch day Observed Calendar shift starts AM
Key Skills
- General Ledger Reconciliation
- Accounting Software
- Paychex
- Journal Entries
- General Ledger Accounting
- Accounting
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Account Reconciliation
- Ceridian
- Paylocity
- Payroll
- ADP
About Company
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