Payroll Accountant

Aston Carter•Harrisburg, PA

4d•$55,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The GL Payroll Accountant plays a key role in the Accounting & Finance team by managing full-cycle payroll and general ledger accounting. This position handles weekly and bi-weekly payroll processing for approximately 200 employees, prepares journal entries and reconciliations, supports month-end close, and assists with treasury, fixed asset, and audit activities. The role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with broad exposure to both payroll and core accounting functions.

Requirements

3+ years of general ledger (GL) accounting experience.
Demonstrated experience in general ledger accounting, including journal entry preparation and posting.
Hands-on experience with journal entry and account reconciliation processes.
Experience supporting month-end close activities.
Knowledge of payroll tax reporting and related compliance requirements.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills for data analysis, reconciliations, and reporting.
Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Experience with payroll processing, including weekly and bi-weekly cycles.
Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Comfort working in a fast-paced environment and meeting deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Experience using Paylocity for payroll processing.
Experience using Sage or similar accounting software for general ledger activities.
Experience in fixed asset accounting and maintaining depreciation schedules.
Experience supporting audits and maintaining strong internal controls.
Ability to collaborate effectively within a small, tight-knit accounting and finance team.
Strong communication skills to interact with leadership and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

Process full-cycle weekly and bi-weekly payroll for approximately 200 employees using Paylocity, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals and month-end adjustments, in the general ledger system.
Perform bank reconciliations and balance sheet account reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting.
Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities by providing schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
Reconcile payroll taxes and assist with W-2 processing to ensure compliance with payroll tax reporting requirements.
Monitor fixed assets and maintain depreciation schedules in accordance with accounting policies and GAAP.
Record daily cash receipts and cash transactions accurately and promptly.
Support treasury and cash management activities, including monitoring cash balances and assisting with related reporting.
Administer and reconcile company credit card activity, ensuring proper coding and documentation.
Assist with internal and external audits by preparing schedules, gathering documentation, and maintaining strong internal controls.
Collaborate with team members across the organization to resolve payroll, accounting, and reconciliation issues.
Maintain accurate, organized financial records and contribute to continuous improvement of accounting and payroll processes.