Accountant II - Payroll & Close Support

Accountant II - Payroll & Close Support

Job Posting

We are seeking an Accountant II to support payroll, month-end close, and core accounting operations. This role plays a key part in ensuring GAAP-compliant financial reporting, strengthening internal controls, improving close efficiency, and supporting scalable growth.

What You'll Do

• Process payroll, including multi-state payroll, ensuring accurate and timely processing
• Prepare payroll journal entries, reconciliations, and documentation in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Support payroll-related compliance and audits
• Prepare GAAP-compliant month-end close schedules and assist with close activities
• Perform bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Provide backup support for AR/AP functions
• Review and troubleshoot work prepared by accounting staff
• Assist with intercompany processes and cross-functional accounting support
• Contribute to process improvements, documentation, and system enhancements
• Support ERP administration and testing of new accounting processes

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent work experience
• Accounting experience, including payroll and month-end close
• Experience with payroll (multi-state preferred)
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP
• Strong reconciliation and analytical skills
• Familiarity with internal controls
• ERP experience (a nice to have)
• Intermediate Excel skills required (pivot tables, lookups, formulas)
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

• Ability to work independently while collaborating across teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting intercompany accounting
• Experience with WIP / POC accounting under GAAP
• Advanced Excel skills (Power Query, complex formulas, reporting models)

Why This Role Matters

This role helps:

• Ensure accurate, GAAP-compliant financial reporting
• Strengthen internal controls and reduce key-person risk
• Improve efficiency and quality of the month-end close
• Support audit readiness and scalable growth

We offer great benefits including:

• Paid holidays and PTO
• Employer paid medical insurance for yourself and/or 50% for your family. (If you have elected dependent or family coverage, 50% of your dependent's coverage will be deducted before tax from your wages. )
• Employer Paid Healthcare and Health Reimbursement Plan (HRA)
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Employer Paid Life insurance and Disability Plan
• 401(k) with company contribution
• On-the-job training and skills development
• Career Advancement opportunities
• Employee appreciation events
• Employee recognition programs
• A supportive and engaging work culture that promotes healthy living