Employment Enterprises Inc. is supporting one of the leading providers of transportation services in the DC Metropolitan area. We are searching for a payroll specialist who will be responsible for entering, editing, and reviewing payroll accounting entries, as well as supporting other payroll-related activities. This role is responsible for ensuring accuracy, account reconciliations, audit support, tax compliance, and payroll-related financial reporting. This is an onsite contract in Hyattsville, MD offering $46.77 per hour.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare and post payroll-related journal entries in accordance with GAAP and internal policies.
Reconcile payroll accounts monthly, identifying and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
Provide accurate and timely data to support internal and external audit requests.
Develop and record monthly payroll accruals, including labor accruals, bonuses, and paid time off.
Analyze payroll transactions for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with internal controls.
Ensure payroll tax compliance at federal, state, and local levels; collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve any tax issues.
Support the Payroll Accounting Manager in monitoring internal controls related to payroll processing and reporting.
Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance payroll accounting procedures and overall efficiency.
Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Payroll Operations, and Accounting teams to ensure alignment and data accuracy.
QUALIFICATIONS
Strong understanding of GAAP and payroll accounting principles.
Proficiency in payroll systems such as PeopleSoft, ADP, Kronos, or similar platforms.
Experience preparing and reviewing journal entries and reconciling payroll-related accounts.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations and reporting requirements.
Ability to support internal and external audits by compiling and presenting accurate payroll data.
Experience in calculating and recording payroll accruals, including labor, bonuses, and leave accruals.
Familiarity with payroll-related financial reporting and analysis.
Understanding of internal control frameworks related to payroll processes.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with HR, Payroll Operations, and Accounting teams.
Ability to identify and recommend process improvements to enhance payroll accounting efficiency.
Minimum of 4 of experience in payroll accounting or a related financial/accounting role.
Skilled in understanding Accounts Payables internal controls
Skilled at establishing and maintaining effective working relationships and dealing in a customer-oriented, business-like and professional manner with whom interface is required
Skilled in the use of Microsoft products including advanced Excel skills, Access, Word and PowerPoint.
Skilled at documenting accounting related policies and procedures. Strong written communication skills desired
What we offer:
401K retirement plan
Medical and dental benefits for qualifying professionals or Fixed Indemnity Health Benefits
Flex spending account
Credit Union Membership
Pet Insurance
Worker Advantage discount program membership
Voluntary Supplemental Insurance
“Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: Employment Enterprises, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, assign, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, U.S. Veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.”
Employment Enterprises, Inc is the parent company of Temporary Solutions, Inc. Temporary Solutions is a workforce solutions company based out of 10550 Linden Lake Plaza, Suite 200, Manassas, VA 20109. You can reach our recruiters about this job and more at 703-361-2220 or email recruiters@eeihr.com.
