POSITION SUMMARY
The HR and Payroll Accountant will be responsible for the review of all payroll accounts, review payroll data, reconciliation of accounts, and payment documents to ensure accuracy and completeness based on earning processing, hours worked, deductions and ensuring payments are made on time.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Collaborate with the Payroll department to review payroll data and documents for deficiencies and errors, checking whether all amounts are accurate based on hours worked.
· Evaluate payroll data and financial statement payroll accounts, determining required accruals, preparing journal entries, reconciling and analyzing payroll affiliated balances.
· Reconciliation of payroll records, billing and invoices, payroll earnings, deductions and verifying payroll data, including gross pay, retirement, and leave time.
· Advanced skills in software applications related to payroll/accounting systems; principles and techniques of technical record keeping.
· Compiles data and prepares complex, statistical payroll reports including government (payroll tax returns) and compliance reporting.
· Prepare audit Provided By Client (PBC) schedules, analyses, and other documents for audits and reviews as requested.
· Preparing reports and forecasts for senior management and review manage internal controls on payroll functions.
· Adheres to the strict confidentiality of payroll records and other wage related employee issues.
· Knowledgeable in HUD regulations and accounting guidelines to ensure accuracy of accounting entries and records for reporting requirements.
· Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
The candidate requires a bachelor's degree in accounting and two (2) to four (4) years of payroll accounting experience or equivalent experience. Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designations are preferred. Good mathematical aptitude and understanding of basic accounting principles are beneficial for the job. Meticulousness with focus on quality customer service with capability to manage manifold deadlines and priorities are essential for the job. Skills in using Microsoft Office software, Lawson financial system and Oracle for advanced analysis and useful reporting Proficient in Outlook, Excel and Word.
SALARY RANGE: $70,000-80,000
GRADE: S7
FLSA: Exempt
UNION: Non-union
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Physical setting:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
License/Certification:
Ability to Commute:
- Chicago, IL 60605 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Chicago, IL 60605: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60605