Payroll & Accounting Specialist

Signicast, 1501 South Interstate 45 RG, Hutchins, Texas, United States of America Job Description Posted Friday, August 7, 2026 at 6:00 AM Signicast is the industry’s leading investment casting manufacturer. Through the hard work and dedication of our employees, we satisfy our customer's needs by safely delivering a quality product on-time, at a competitive price. Working at Signicast means becoming part of a world-class company. With industry-leading Total Rewards package and the potential to grow your career with us. Signicast doesn’t just invest in you— we help you invest in a future! JOB PURPOSE AND REPORTING STRUCTURE: Under the direction of the Controller, the Payroll & Account Specialist is responsible for administering payroll, accounts receivable, and accounts payable functions while ensuring compliance with company policies, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Supports month-end and year-end closing, maintains accurate financial records, and assists the Controller with financial reporting, audits, and special projects. Work Hours: 8:00AM -5:00PM - Mon - Fri ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded from time to time to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary. Payroll Administration Comply with all company safety and health guidelines, quality standards, and housekeeping procedures. Process accurate and timely payroll for all employees, including new hires, employee changes, additional earnings, bonuses, profit sharing, garnishments, voluntary deductions, direct deposits, and retroactive payroll adjustments. Audit payroll transactions and payroll reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies and payroll tax regulations. Maintain payroll records and prepare payroll journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation. Process payroll tax withholdings, employee benefit deductions, and required payroll tax filings. Process wage garnishments, child support orders, tax levies, loans, and other required deductions. Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee payroll inquiries. Prepare payroll checks and electronic payroll transactions through designated payroll systems. Remain current on payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements. Accounts Receivable Perform all accounts receivable activities, including but not limited to: accurately record and post customer payments received by cash, check, ACH, lockbox, and credit card. Maintain customer receivable records, invoices, debits, credits, and adjustments. Investigate and resolve customer account discrepancies by coordinating with Sales, Customer Service, and customers. Process authorized deductions and adjustments while following company procedures for unauthorized deductions and collections. Monitor customer payment history and assist with collection efforts as needed. Prepare accounts receivable aging reports, reconciliations, and monthly summaries. Accounts Payable “Voucher” all invoices by receiving, entering into computer and paying invoices after verifying each by matching invoices to receiving report and with purchase order price. Perform all accounts payable duties associated with month-end closing procedures to include vouchering all invoices, printing accrual and accounts payable trial balance reports, reconciling accrual and accounts payable trial balance reports to the general ledger inter-company account, providing a list of outstanding invoices to the Controller, etc. Assist with implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of accounting systems, including JobBOSS or successor ERP systems. Assist the Controller with day-to-day financial management, budget support, financial analysis, audits, and special accounting projects. Identify, investigate, and resolve accounting discrepancies promptly. Serve as backup receptionist as needed. Occasional overtime may be required during payroll processing, month-end/year-end closing, audits, or other peak accounting periods. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: This position requires a high school diploma or HSED/GED equivalent and a minimum of two years of payroll, A/R and A/P experience; and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Familiarity with month-end and year-end closing procedures, general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Must maintain absolute confidentiality of company, customer, and employee confidential records and information. Must be able to effectively communicate with other employees to share information, solves problems, and instructs or employees. Must have the ability to read and interpret complex documents such as financial documents, legal contracts, and complex correspondence. Must be able to write standard reports and documentation. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and manage a variety of concrete variables in situations with limited standardization. Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply instructions presented in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form while maintaining strict confidentiality of financial and employee information. Ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines, work independently, and consistently produce accurate, detail-oriented work in a fast-paced environment. OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Requires the ability to operate various equipment to include office equipment. Proficiency with accounting, payroll, and ERP systems (such as JobBOSS), Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Office applications is required. Must possess strong computer skills with the ability to learn new software and systems as needed. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical, reconciliation, organizational, problem-solving, communication, and customer service skills. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must infrequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the employee infrequently works near moving mechanical parts and is infrequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in office. PROTECTIVE CLOTHING/EQUIPMENT REQUIRED: Safety glasses, safety shoes and hearing protection must be worn in all manufacturing areas. Additional PPE may be required as needed. Benefits: Our Total Rewards program offers world class benefits for this full-time position: Medical Insurance-PPO & HDHP HSA within 61 days of your start date Dental & Vision insurance Wellness Program Life Insurance Short-term & Long Term disability Paid vacations plus 10 paid Holidays Quarterly Performance Bonus 401k Matching up to 5.5% Tuition Reimbursement On-site Fitness center (Hartford & Brown Deer Only) On-site Chiropractor (Hartford Only) Signicast offers a breadth of opportunities from career development planning to help our employees grow into their next position through individualized planning and training to in-depth leadership development for our next generation of leaders. Signicast is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. 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