Payroll Accountant

Location: Niles, MI (100% onsite)

About The Company And Opportunity

Our client is a stable and respected organization with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance in financial operations. This role offers hands-on responsibility for payroll processing and related accounting functions, with opportunities to contribute to process improvements. Employees enjoy a detail-oriented and collaborative environment with support from experienced finance professionals.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly and monthly payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
• Maintain payroll records and ensure proper documentation for audits and reporting.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and assist with general ledger entries related to payroll.
• Prepare and file payroll tax reports and ensure timely payments.
• Collaborate with HR and accounting teams to resolve payroll-related issues.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes related to payroll.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in payroll accounting or general accounting.
• Strong understanding of payroll systems, tax regulations, and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Pay

$68,000 – $70,000 depending on experience