We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Accountant to join our client! This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing and general accounting as related to payroll. This is a great opportunity for someone that is looking to be a part of a collaborative and dynamic team!

Key Responsibilities

• Process weekly and biweekly payroll for employees across multiple states.

• Prepare and record journal entries for weekly and bi-weekly payroll cycles.

• Execute month-end close activities, including journal entry preparation, balance sheet account reconciliations, and implementation of internal controls across various entities.

• Support ad-hoc analyses and contribute to special projects as needed.

• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support payroll operations.

• Maintain and audit employee payroll records, including garnishments, benefits, and deductions.

• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure accurate benefit deductions and reporting.

• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including W-2 and 1099 preparation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.

• Intermediate Excel skills (Pivot tables/Vlookups)

• Strong knowledge of payroll, tax regulations, and accounting principles.

• High attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

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