Payroll and Accounting Administrator

American Lumber•Bryan, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Payroll and Accounting Administrator to join our fast-growing, diversified private corporation at our headquarters in Bryan, Texas. This role plays an integral part in payroll processing, month-end close activities, and detailed accounting analysis projects. The ideal candidate brings a strong team mentality, the ability to perform complex accounting and payroll activities, and a high level of comfort using technology to analyze large volumes of data with exceptional attention to detail. This position reports to the Controller.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred
Minimum of 3 years of recent payroll processing experience (multi-state preferred)
Minimum of 3 years of recent accounting experience with general ledger responsibility
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team
Experience with ERP accounting systems (NetSuite strongly preferred)
Strong Microsoft Excel skills required, including XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, pivot tables, and similar functions
Superior analytical and computational skills
High attention to detail with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with Tableau flow preparation is a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

Contribute to a positive, collaborative work environment
Maintain and strengthen the team-oriented culture that supports growth and performance
Identify areas for improvement and assist with implementing process enhancements
Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for multiple entities using NetSuite, Time IPS, and Ceridian
Ensure accurate and timely payroll payments, including taxes, garnishments, and deductions, in compliance with all federal and state regulations
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll laws in a multi-state environment
Compile and process payroll data from timekeeping systems and other sources for wages, bonuses, and commissions
Prepare payroll accrual journal entries
Prepare journal entries for compensation transfers between companies
Ensure accurate calculation of taxes, benefits, and payroll deductions
Coordinate with Human Resources to process approved personnel actions, including wage changes, benefit and deduction setup or termination, back pay, partial payments, and one-time adjustments
Exercise independent judgment and discretion in payroll administration
Assist with automating payroll reporting in conjunction with sales and manufacturing data
Perform bank reconciliations in a timely manner
Reconcile miscellaneous receivable and payroll-related general ledger accounts
Calculate and submit multi-state sales tax reports and payments using Avalara
Submit timely federal and state tax payments
Manage the HSA Bank
Develop the capability to serve as the 401(k) plan administrator
Accrue bonus payments by department and prepare related journal entries
Assist with audit requests and documentation
Perform other accounting-related duties as assigned