Payroll Specialist

7 days ago

Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States John Turner Consulting, Inc. Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented
Payroll Accountant
to manage and oversee all aspects of payroll processing, compliance, and reporting. The ideal candidate will bring
a minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience
in payroll accounting and demonstrate exceptional accuracy, analytical ability, and integrity in handling confidential employee and financial information.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Accurately process and review multi-state payrolls in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Post bi-weekly journal entries to the general ledger and reconcile payroll accounts.
  • Analyze payroll data to identify discrepancies, trends, and opportunities for process improvements.
  • Review timesheets for accuracy.
  • Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices and able to research compliance questions for different states.
  • Manage and reconcile all payroll deductions, such as insurance, retirement contributions, levies, and taxes, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
  • Prepare and file payroll tax returns, ensuring timely remittance of payroll taxes and other deductions; prepare year-end W-2s
  • Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure accurate employee data and benefits reporting, including managing workers' compensation filings, preparing state unemployment documentation, and performing other related support tasks.
  • Post journal entries related to employee benefits and reconcile those accounts.
  • Support internal and external audits by providing payroll-related documentation and reports.
  • Serve as the main point of contact for employees regarding payroll-related questions, issues, concerns, answering their questions about payroll, compensation, deductions, and tax forms.
  • Maintain and safeguard employee payroll information with strict confidentiality and discretion.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
  • Minimum 10 years of payroll accounting experience, preferably in a mid- to large-sized organization.
  • Strong understanding of payroll laws, tax regulations, and accounting principles (GAAP).
  • Advanced proficiency in payroll systems (e.g., ADP (preferred), Paylocity, SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Excel.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to meet tight deadlines.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; excellent customer service is essential.
  • Strong aptitude for numbers and data analysis

Core Competencies:

  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Analytical and critical thinking
  • Integrity and confidentiality
  • Time management and prioritization
  • Process improvement mindset

Compensation and Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Annual performance bonus

Paid time off and 10 paid holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long-term and short-term disability

Health Savings Account

401(k) Plan

Flexible work schedules and hybrid work arrangements

Remote work opportunities

John Turner Consulting is an equal opportunity employer.

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