Payroll Accountant

PAYROLL ACCOUNTANT

POSITION SUMMARY

As the payroll specialist, you will be responsible for processing payroll, filing payroll-related returns, and performing payroll-related month-end close activities. You will work closely with all departments, including Human Resources and Hospitality (tasting room and restaurants).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Process bi-weekly payroll

- Prepare and maintain payroll records; compiling payroll and benefit data from source documents; inputting into system, verifying, investigating, and reconciling system output

Prepare all required payroll tax returns and payments

Collaborate with Human Resources to ensure all new hire and employee changes are accurately captured in the payroll system

Participate in month end payroll accounting close, creating journal entries and reconciling general ledger accounts

Respond to inquiries by email and provide support to internal and external stakeholders regarding payroll matters

Identify and implement process and systems improvements

Other tasks as directed

QUALIFICATIONS

Associate Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

3+ years of payroll experience

HRIS experience; ADP compensation and benefits experience preferred

Intermediate Excel skills

Excellent attention to detail

Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer service focus

Curious; interested in getting into the detail of analysis