Senior Accountant - Payroll & Financial Operations

About the role

The Senior Accountant – Payroll & Financial Operations supports the day-to-day operations of the Firm, handling general accounting functions, payroll administration, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Prepare timely monthly workpapers that reconcile balance sheet and income statement account balances to subsidiary and general ledgers and account statements.
• Identify and resolve issues in the ledgers to ensure accurate monthly reports and analysis for Partner review.
• Review and oversee the general daily accounting for accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries and file maintenance.
• Work closely with overseas colleagues to identify and resolve issues and ensure timely and accurate payments and deposits.
• Record and maintain fixed asset purchases and dispositions and depreciation expense.
• Review and maintain documentation for investments, loans, partner payments, including calculating and posting journal entries to accurately report monthly balances.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with accounting software by serving as the primary contact to vendors, initiating and following up to ensure timely resolution.
• Evaluate accounting processes and internal controls and recommend process improvements.
• Aid in the compilation and analysis of year-end financial information in preparation of reporting to external parties and internal management.

Payroll Administration

• Prepare and process accurate and timely bi-monthly payroll using Paylocity or similar payroll systems.
• Reconcile payroll earnings, deductions, and changes for approval prior to submitting bi-monthly payroll.
• Ensure deductions reconcile to providers' monthly invoices, identify discrepancies, and follow up with Paylocity & providers for prompt corrections.
• Respond to employee and management inquiries regarding payroll matters and resolve issues promptly.
• Aid in payroll audits, reporting requirements, and year-end payroll activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in accounting, finance, payroll administration, or a related role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, payroll processes, financial reporting, and month-end close procedures.
• Experience with payroll and accounting systems; experience with Paylocity, Sage Intacct, Yooz, Emburse, or similar platforms is a plus.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency in other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate data and make informed decisions.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and commitment to confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently on both routine and complex matters.
• Strong time-management skills and commitment to exceeding internal customer expectations.
• Familiarity working with confidential financial and employee information.

Benefits

Gallagher, Flynn & Company, LLP (GFC) offers a hybrid work environment, a flexible work schedule, an excellent benefits program, professional education opportunities, competitive compensation, and most importantly, a people-focused culture with genuine support inside and outside of work.

Pay

$80,000 - $105,000/yr