Staff Accountant - Payroll

Staff Accountant - PayrollLocation: Mount Laurel, NJ Schedule: Fully Onsite, Monday-Friday Compensation: $60,000 - $68,000 annuallyAbout the OpportunityWe are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant - Payroll to join a growing Finance team. This position is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll while supporting a variety of accounting functions, including account reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close activities, audit preparation, and financial analysis.This role is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys balancing payroll responsibilities with broader accounting exposure and is looking for an opportunity to expand their knowledge across multiple areas of finance. The successful candidate will possess strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll AdministrationProcess biweekly payroll accurately and timely for 300+ employeesReview timesheets, employee changes, overtime, deductions, benefit elections, paid time off, and payroll adjustmentsAudit payroll registers and supporting reports to ensure accuracy prior to submissionProcess payroll corrections, retroactive payments, garnishments, and other payroll-related transactionsMaintain payroll records and ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulationsAssist with year-end payroll activities and reporting requirementsAccounting & Financial SupportPrepare payroll-related journal entries and account reconciliationsReconcile payroll taxes, benefits deductions, garnishments, and payroll liabilitiesPrepare and maintain balance sheet and general ledger reconciliationsSupport monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activitiesAssist with financial reporting and analysis as neededPrepare audit schedules and supporting documentation for internal and external auditsResearch and resolve account discrepancies in a timely mannerProcess Improvement & Team SupportIdentify opportunities to enhance payroll and accounting processesAssist with system implementations, upgrades, and process automation initiativesProvide backup support across accounting and finance functions as neededCollaborate with Human Resources and Finance teams to ensure accurate payroll processing and reportingParticipate in special projects and additional duties as assignedQualificationsRequiredBachelor's degree in Accounting or related field3-5 years of accounting and payroll experienceExperience processing payroll for a mid-sized or large employee populationStrong understanding of payroll accounting, reconciliations, and general ledger processesExperience working with payroll and HRIS platformsAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis functionsStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlinesExcellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilitiesPreferredExperience within a nonprofit or service-oriented environmentExperience with ERP systems Paycom (Payroll/HRIS), NetSuite (ERP), Microsoft ExcelExperience administering employee benefits deductions and payroll reconciliationsExposure to audit preparation and financial reportingBenefitsMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance401(k) PlanPaid Time Off and Paid HolidaysProfessional Development OpportunitiesCompensation & BenefitsSalary: $60,000 - $68,000 annuallyThe organization offers a competitive compensation package, including health benefits, a retirement savings plan, paid time off, paid holidays, and opportunities for professional growth and development.