What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant II position at Robert Half?
We are looking for a skilled Accountant II to join our team on a contract basis in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This role focuses on payroll functions and requires a detail-oriented individual with strong organizational and time management abilities. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in payroll processes and demonstrate proficiency in relevant software tools.
Responsibilities:
• Manage and process full-cycle payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Handle payroll for garnishments and other deductions, maintaining precision and confidentiality.
• Perform data entry tasks with exceptional speed and accuracy, ensuring all records are up-to-date.
• Execute journal entries and maintain accurate financial records.
• Collaborate with the accounts receivable team to ensure seamless financial operations.
• Operate MIP software to manage payroll and related accounting tasks.
• Demonstrate proficiency in handling payroll for organizations with 101-500 employees.
• Maintain a high level of organization and prioritize tasks effectively to meet deadlines.
• Provide support for payroll-related inquiries and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Proven experience in payroll processing, including full-cycle payroll.
• Familiarity with payroll systems and software, such as MIP.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Ability to manage payroll for garnishments and deductions.
• Experience working with accounts receivable and journal entries.
• General knowledge of payroll compliance and regulations.
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Salary : $25 - $30