Benefits Accountant

Please note that while this job is 100% remote, you must be able to work 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Central Time, Monday - Friday.

Lee Hecht Harrison Recruitment Solutions (LHH) is partnering with a leading technology company to fill their open Benefits Accountant job. You will work 100% remote using company-provided equipment. To qualify, you must have at least 5 years of recent, relevant experience in a similar role. Candidates will preferably have a Bachelor's Degree or higher in Accounting or a similar discipline.

This is a DIRECT HIRE job opportunity where you will earn between $70,000 and $85,000 annually. You will also be eligible for this company's competitive benefits package (details below).

Responsibilities:

• Monthly reconciliations of benefits accounts (healthcare, retirement plans, payroll, etc.)


• Working with HR to ensure benefits costs are recorded and to resolve any discrepancies


• Analyze benefits expenses and trends to provide insights to HR and the management team


• Assisting with month-end and year-end close procedures


• Researching and implementing best practice for benefits-related accounting and reporting


• Supporting audits and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and company benefit policies


• Working with vendors to confirm accurate billing and adjustments


• Assisting with payroll when needed


• All other related tasks as required

  Qualifications:



• At least 5 years of recent, relevant experience in a similar role


• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Accounting or a related discipline preferred


• Professional experience with Workday software


• Excellent attention to detail


• Excellent analytical skills


• Previous experience with payroll tax preferred


• Excellent organizational skills

  Compensation:



• Annual salary between $70,000 and $85,000


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options


• 401(k) program


• Paid time off

  If you think your skillset makes you the best candidate for this Remote Benefits Accountant job, then apply NOW! Apply here or e-mail your résumé in Microsoft Word format to justin.pagador@lhh.com for immediate consideration.

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance