Payroll & Benefits Accountant

Our client, a leading organization in the industry, is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Accountant to join their team. As a Payroll & Benefits Accountant, you will be part of the Finance Department supporting the North America Market. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach, which will align successfully in the organization. Job Title: Payroll & Benefits Accountant Location: Hybrid 1-2 days - Northeast New Jersey Pay Range: $45.00/hour - $50.00/hour What's the Job? Support month-end close journal entries, including payroll, benefits accounting, deferred compensation, and EPP. Partner with the Payroll team to ensure accurate payroll processing and reporting. Prepare manual intercompany payroll invoices and review monthly payroll variance reports. Investigate and analyze variances, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions. Evaluate existing processes and propose improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and internal controls. What's Needed? Solid understanding of general accounting activities and journal entry preparation. BS degree in finance or accounting preferred. Working knowledge of SAP, MS Office Products, and Blackline. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines. What's in it for me? Opportunity to work remotely with a dynamic team. Engage in meaningful work supporting payroll and benefits accounting activities. Develop your skills in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Be part of a company recognized for diversity and inclusion. Contribute to a company that values continuous improvement and professional growth. Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for: Medical and Prescription Drug Plans Dental Plan Vision Plan Health Savings Account Health Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Supplemental Life Insurance Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance Business Travel Insurance 401(k), Plus Match Weekly Pay If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you! ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr