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Payroll Accountant

Connect Search, LLC
Racine, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/9/2026

I am looking to hire a full-time Payroll and Benefit Accountant for a reputable educational institution here in Racine, WI (53403). This role will be permanent with benefits and is looking to interview/start immediately.


Pay: $75,000 - $80,000 (based on experience) & Great Benefits

Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, 401k, Tuition, PTO, Holidays, etc.

Schedule: 1st shift, M-F

Remote: No, 100% onsite


Job Responsibilities:

  • Process bi-weekly payroll for employees, administrators, teachers, support staff, coaches, and temporary employees
  • Audit payroll
  • Process new hires, terminations, salary adjustments, etc.
  • Advisor of benefits (never have to choose them those are done for you)
  • Prepare payroll journal entries and general ledger
  • Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts
  • Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close
  • Strong attention to team player
  • Use ADP Workforce (not a requirement) just want to be adaptable

Salary : $75,000 - $80,000

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