Payroll Accountant

Company: The Execu - Search Group
Location: Jersey City
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

A real estate organization in New Jersey is actively seeking a self-motivated and diligent professional to join their staff as their new -Staff & Payroll Accountant. In this role, the -Staff & Payroll Accountant will ensure accurate and timely processing and reconciliation of bi-weekly payroll for both exempt and non-exempt personnel in ADP Workforce Now. Responsibilities

The -Staff & Payroll Accountant will:

• Process and track all payroll exceptions for new hires, separations, and pay/personnel changes -
• Maintain Time & Attendance records in ADP -
• Answer employee and management inquiries as relating to payroll and paid time off
• Record periodic payroll expenses to general ledger and prepare reconciliation of payroll expenses to general ledger
• Prepare monthly payroll accrual entries, including accruals for bonuses, benefits, and payroll taxes
• Run reports/queries, including but not limited to GL file, defined benefits provider, FMLA usage, etc.
• Process government quarterly and annual reports
• Ensure compliance with relevant state and federal wage laws
• Submit applications for new state withholding tax ID and unemployment ID
• Prepare prepaid and accrual workpapers for corporate overhead related expenditures
• Assist senior corporate accountant as needed Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree
  • 2+ years of related experience
  • Proficiency with computer platforms and applications
  • Demonstrated knowledge of payroll processes
  • Ability to multitask
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Highly organized
  • Strong interpersonal skills

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