What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist position at Payentry?
We are looking for a motivated Accounting Specialist to join our growing finance team. This position combines payroll administration with general accounting support and requires someone who is organized, accurate, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
What You'll Do:
- Process full-cycle payroll for all employees on a bi-weekly ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
- Support accounts payable and receivable functions as needed.
- Help maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate coding of transactions.
- Assist in preparation of financial reports and audit documentation.
- Identify and recommend process improvements to increase efficiency.
What Do You Bring to the Table:
- 2-5 years of hands-on payroll processing experience.
- Solid understanding of payroll regulations, tax withholdings, and compliance requirements.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Preferred associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
- Preferred experience with payroll software and accounting systems (QuickBooks, and NetSuite)
- Preferred foundational knowledge of GAAP and general accounting principles.
- Preferred experience in multi-state payroll.
Location: This is a hybrid position working from the nearest company office (Rockville, MD; Upland, CA; Trevose, PA; Charlotte, NC; Norcross, GA). Remote work is considered on an exception basis and if there are no local company offices.
Salary : $49,000 - $65,000