Payroll Accountant

We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to join a team in Princeton, New Jersey on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This position is ideal for a finance specialist who can manage payroll-related accounting with accuracy, maintain reliable records, and support timely financial close activities.

Responsibilities:

• Administer biweekly and monthly payroll activities for employees in multiple locations while ensuring timely and accurate processing.

• Examine payroll results in detail, including pay calculations, benefit deductions, tax withholdings, and garnishments, and resolve any inconsistencies.

• Match payroll reports to general ledger activity, research variances, and correct discrepancies to maintain accurate financial records.

• Prepare payroll-related journal entries, accruals, and account adjustments to support monthly accounting operations.

• Reconcile payroll balance sheet accounts each month and maintain supporting schedules for payroll liabilities and related items.

• Record payroll taxes and employer obligations accurately and help ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.

• Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close by supporting compensation expense reporting and related reconciliations.

• Partner with Human Resources and Finance to address payroll questions, improve data accuracy, and provide documentation for audits and reporting needs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline preferred.

• At least 3 years of experience in payroll accounting, payroll processing, or general ledger accounting.

• Demonstrated knowledge of full-cycle payroll, payroll journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliation practices.

• Experience supporting month-end close and preparing payroll-related financial reporting.

• Hands-on experience with payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now, Workday, Oracle, or similar platforms.

• Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to work with PivotTables, lookup functions, and large data sets.

• Strong analytical ability, close attention to detail, and the capacity to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation

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