Corporate Accountant – Payroll & Benefits Focus

Job Summary

We are hiring a Corporate Accountant with strong experience in payroll accounting, benefits, and general ledger operations. This role supports payroll entries, benefits and 401(k) accounting, accounts payable, and month-end close activities while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting.

Ideal candidates are detail-driven, deadline-oriented, and comfortable owning payroll-related accounting functions in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Record and reconcile payroll entries into the general ledger

• Support benefits and 401(k) accounting, reconciliations, and reporting

• Assist with accounts payable processing and review

• Support collections and accounts receivable follow-up as needed

• Prepare journal entries and perform account reconciliations

• Lead or support month-end and year-end close

• Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, payroll regulations, and internal controls

• Assist with internal and external audits

• Identify and implement accounting process improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)

• 3+ years of accounting experience

• Strong understanding of payroll accounting and benefits reconciliation

• Working knowledge of GAAP

• Experience with accounting or ERP systems

• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CPA-eligible

• Experience with multi-state payroll or benefits administration

• Experience in a high-volume or multi-entity environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $70,000 – $95,000 (DOE)

• Benefits may include:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) plan

  • Paid time off and paid holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law.