Payroll Analyst

Key Responsibilities

• Perform payroll accounting functions, including payroll journal entries, accruals, and general ledger reconciliations
• Reconcile payroll-related accounts (wages, taxes, benefits, deductions) on a regular basis
• Prepare and analyze payroll reports for management, accounting, and audit purposes
• Ensure payroll transactions comply with federal, state, and local regulations
• Partner with HR, Finance, and Payroll teams to resolve discrepancies and support audits
• Maintain and improve payroll-related spreadsheets, models, and reports using advanced Excel formulas
• Support weekly, month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes related to payroll
• Assist with payroll system enhancements, testing, and process documentation
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and increased accuracy
• Opportunity for role to evolve into more financial reporting responsibilities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in payroll accounting, payroll analysis, or a related accounting role
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis, and large datasets)
• Strong understanding of payroll accounting, payroll taxes, and related compliance requirements
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• CPA designation (or active CPA candidate)
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism

Schedule

Monday through Friday / 40 hours per week