COMAPNY OVERVIEW
At Bell & Associates, Inc., we are committed to being a trusted partner in talent acquisition, connecting businesses with top-tier professionals while guiding candidates in their career growth. As experienced executive recruiters, we understand that trust is built over time, and we are dedicated to fostering lasting relationships with both our clients and candidates through integrity, expertise, and commitment.
Whether you’re an HR executive or hiring manager seeking a high-performing professional, or a skilled candidate searching for your next career move, Bell & Associates, Inc. offers tailored staffing solutions to meet your needs.
Specialties
We specialize in recruiting for Accounting & Finance, Human Resources, and Executive-level (C-Suite, VP, Director) roles across all industries.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate payroll records and reports, ensuring compliance with financial policies.
- Manage and update general ledger account codes within the payroll platform for seamless integration with finance systems.
- Enter payroll journals, including payroll accruals, into accounting software and submit them for approval to accounting managers.
- Reconcile payroll accounts with general ledger entries, promptly identifying and resolving discrepancies.
- Prepare and analyze payroll reports for management, including earnings summaries, deductions, and tax liabilities.
- Act as a backup to the Payroll Administrator in processing payroll, verifying data, and ensuring accurate and timely employee payments.
- Assist in handling garnishments, child support payments, and wage audits.
- Support payroll tax setup, including withholding, unemployment, and local taxes, while monitoring tax payments and notices from federal, state, and local agencies.
- Ensure payroll data is accurately recorded for timely general ledger journal entries.
- Coordinate and facilitate workers’ compensation audits by providing necessary documentation, including payroll data, tax reports, contractor information, and financial statements.
Minimum Qualifications and Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- Strong understanding of payroll accounting principles and practices
- Experience with payroll software (UKG Ready preferred)
- Familiarity with accounting software (Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Keen attention to detail and ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of federal and state payroll regulations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) plan with a 3% employer match
- Three weeks of PTO plus paid holidays
- Casual work environment
- Hybrid work schedule (3 days in-office, 2 days remote)
This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment while ensuring the efficiency and accuracy of payroll operations.