Payroll Accountant

Payroll AccountantLocation: St. Paul, MNCompensation: $75,000–$80,000Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 40 hours per weekBenefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)Addison Group is partnering with an established organization to identify a payroll accountant to join their team. This position is primarily focused on managing accurate and timely payroll processing while supporting payroll administration, reconciliations, reporting, and related compliance activities.The ideal candidate will have hands-on payroll & accounting experience, preferably in a multi-state or multi-entity environment, and will be comfortable managing detailed payroll changes while maintaining a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.Key responsibilities:Process bi-weekly payroll for multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established payroll deadlinesEnter, process, and review payroll changes including new hires, terminations, merit increases, retroactive adjustments, commissions, bonuses, benefits changes, direct deposit updates, and W-4 changesComplete bi-weekly payroll reconciliations and prepare related journal entriesReview and process employee reimbursements within the payroll systemReview and reconcile federal, state, and local payroll tax payments and support quarterly and annual tax filingsPrepare and distribute standard and ad hoc payroll reportsResearch and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee payroll questionsSupport payroll audits and other compliance-related audits as neededMaintain accurate payroll records and ensure payroll information is handled with a high degree of confidentialityAssist with payroll-related reporting and documentationSupport cash application and bank reconciliation activities as neededResearch and resolve discrepancies related to payroll and cash transactionsAssist with other accounting and financial functions as neededQualifications:3+ years of hands-on payroll experienceExperience processing multi-state and/or multi-entity payroll preferredStrong understanding of payroll processing, payroll maintenance, and payroll reconciliationsExperience with payroll tax requirements and garnishments preferredWorkday or ADP Vantage experience is highly preferredExperience with NetSuite or another ERP/accounting system is a plusStrong Microsoft Excel and computer skillsBachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred but not requiredCPP certification is preferred but not requiredStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsAbility to manage sensitive and confidential employee informationStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to meet recurring deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracyInterest in staying current with payroll regulations, processes, and best practicesThis is a great opportunity for a payroll professional looking for a position with a collaborative team and opportunities to continue expanding their payroll expertise.Addison Group is an equal opportunity employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (eeo) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.