Payroll Accountant

Overview

The organization is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to oversee and track labor and payroll aspects of the company’s leave of absence programs. This role ensures accurate and timely processing of leave-related payroll, maintains compliance with applicable regulations, and supports the integrity of payroll and financial data.

Responsibilities

Payroll & Leave Administration

• Oversee and monitor payroll components associated with employee leave programs, including Short-Term Illness (STI), Family and Medical Leave (FMLA), Paid Parental Leave (PPL), and other applicable leave programs.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of leave-related payroll transactions.
• Calculate employee compensation during leave in accordance with company leave programs and federal, state, and local regulations, including state required off-sets.
• Coordinate with multi-state agencies to ensure compliance and proper alignment of benefits and payroll.

Accounting, Reconciliation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate payroll and leave records to support financial reporting and internal controls.
• Perform reconciliations of company-paid leave across multiple states, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing required documentation and reports.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and company policies.
• Partner with Benefits, Leave Administration, and Labor Accounting teams to manage documentation, adjustments, and reporting requirements.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Use payroll and HRIS systems (e.g., SAP, SuccessFactors) to ensure accurate data management and reporting.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance payroll accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
• Support system enhancements, testing, and process standardization initiatives.
• Analyze payroll and leave data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.

Requirements

• Typically requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting or a related discipline and three or more years of progressive experience in finance, payroll, accounting with a bachelor’s degree, or at least one year of experience with a master’s degree.
• May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Preferred: CPP (Certified Payroll Professional).
• In-depth knowledge of payroll processes and compliance requirements.
• Experience calculating and processing leave of absence pay, including coordination of company leave programs and required state off-sets.
• Knowledge of state mandated disability and paid and/or bonding leave programs.
• Experience with payroll reconciliations, audits, and reporting.
• Experience in a multi-state environment highly desired.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications, particularly Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and payroll software; SAP experience is highly desired.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve payroll-related issues.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and develop effective solutions to complex issues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across all levels.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with a customer service mindset.
• Ability to work extended hours as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

• Job type: Full-Time
• Salary range: $63,000 - $105,375