Senior Accountant

The Senior Accountant oversees payroll accounting, benefits accounting, and core general ledger responsibilities while supporting month-end close and financial reporting process. This role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, experience with multi-state payroll, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, strengthening internal controls, supporting audit readiness, and driving process improvements across payroll and accounting workflows. Payroll & Benefits Accounting

Own end-to-end payroll accounting for multi-state payroll, including salary, commissions,bonuses, and related accruals

Partner with HR and process payroll in coordination with ADP; ensure accuracy and compliance

Prepare and post payroll journal entries and allocations

Reconcile payroll tax liabilities and benefit payable accounts on a monthly basis

Oversee timely payroll tax filings and proactively resolve agency notices

Own year-end payroll reporting, including W-2s, 941s, and state filings

Ensure payroll-related internal controls are designed and operating effectively

Reconciliations & Close Support

Own assigned areas of the month-end close process, including preparation of journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations

Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner

Analyze expense trends and provide variance explanations

Escalate issues that could impact payroll accuracy or close deadlines

Prepare bank statement reconciliations and resolve discrepancies

Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies

Support Accounts Payable operations and review of journal entries during month-end close

Escalate complex, non-routine, or technical accounting matters to senior accounting leadership as appropriate

Audit & Compliance

Prepare audit support for assigned GL accounts

Maintain thorough documentation supporting financial statement balances

Support external audit, tax, and regulatory inquiries

Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements across payroll and accounting workflows

Develop, document, and maintain accounting procedures

What You’ll Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

3+ years of progressive experience within an accounting and finance function (public accounting experience a plus)

Strong Excel skills

Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred)

Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls

Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage and meet multiple deadlines

Experience with multi-state payroll and payroll tax compliance preferred

Ability to operate independently and manage core accounting processes with minimal oversight