Payroll Accountant

Topstep

5h • $60,000 - $80,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Payroll Accountant is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for employees, and related reporting and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role involves reconciling payroll data, managing payroll-related reporting and tax compliance, and assisting with audits and month-end close activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2–5 years of payroll accounting experience; multi-state payroll experience required.
• Strong understanding of payroll and tax laws.
• Strong Proficiency with Paylocity.
• Proficiency with Power Query, Excel, and NetSuite.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Nice To Haves

• Self-starter mindset.
• Remote work experience.
• Basic understanding of Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for multi-state employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain payroll records and ensure appropriate documentation is filed and retained.
• Prepare and reconcile payroll journal entries and general ledger accounts.
• Manage and reconcile payroll tax filings and ensure timely submissions.
• Assist with audits, including internal, external, and governmental (e.g., IRS, DOL).
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and assist the People team in answering employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and taxes.
• Support benefits administration related to payroll, such as 401(k) and insurance deductions.
• Stay up to date with changes in payroll laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with People and Finance teams for seamless data integration and reporting.

Benefits

• Topstep is an engaging working environment which ranges from fully remote to hybrid.
• We foster a culture of collaboration with cameras on during meetings and a robust Slack environment for communication.
• Seven paid Company Holidays and generous Family Leave.
• Paid time off is front-loaded.
• Competitive 401(k) matching, health, dental, and vision insurance is offered for full time employees
• Vacations are encouraged with a bonus for taking 5 consecutive days.
• Employee referrals are bonused.
• Topstep offers a food and groceries budget and contributes towards health and wellness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees