Payroll and Accounting Specialist

Overview

Join our dynamic team as a Payroll and Accounting Specialist, where your expertise will drive the accuracy and efficiency of our payroll processing and financial management. In this vital role, you will manage payroll systems, ensure compliance with labor and tax laws, and support our accounting functions with precision and integrity. Your proactive approach will help us maintain seamless operations while safeguarding confidential information and upholding financial standards. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about meticulous financial work, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Duties

• Process payroll accurately using systems such as Workday, ADP, Paychex, or UltiPro, ensuring timely payments and deductions.
• Manage payroll tax filings, wage garnishments, benefits administration, and employee data entry within HRIS platforms.
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable, perform general ledger accounting, and prepare journal entries to support financial reporting.
• Maintain compliance with employment laws, labor regulations, and tax law requirements across all payroll activities.
• Support non-profit or governmental accounting processes including grant tracking, fund allocations, and audit preparations.
• Conduct account reconciliations using spreadsheets and accounting software like QuickBooks or PeopleSoft to ensure data accuracy.
• Assist with time & attendance systems such as Kronos or Ceridian to verify employee hours and attendance records.

Experience

• Proven experience in payroll management, including payroll processing and tax law compliance.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles such as double entry bookkeeping, debits & credits, and general ledger reconciliation.
• Hands-on experience with payroll systems (technically supported), HRIS platforms (Workday, UltiPro), and accounting software (QuickBooks, PeopleSoft).
• Familiarity with labor law regulations related to employment taxes, wage laws, and benefits administration.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Excellent analysis skills complemented by proficiency in spreadsheets for data analysis and reporting.
• Prior experience in human resources or finance roles involving account reconciliation, journal entries, or accounts payable/receivable is highly desirable.

Join us in a role that combines technical expertise with impactful financial stewardship! We’re committed to supporting your professional growth while fostering a vibrant work environment where your skills make a real difference.

Pay: $36.00 - $43.34 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: Remote