Robert Half - New Brighton, MN
posted 6 days ago
Full-time - Entry Level
New Brighton, MN
Administrative and Support Services
About the position
The Payroll Accountant position at Robert Half is a long-term contract role focused on providing payroll support and testing within the service industry. The role involves processing payroll support tickets, conducting system testing, and managing payroll tax filings, among other responsibilities. This position offers the potential for additional responsibilities as the role evolves.
Responsibilities
- Processing Payroll Support Tickets at the corporate level, providing assistance to a range of companies.
- Performing extensive system testing on Ceridian for payroll, ensuring all complexities are addressed.
- Assisting with the integration of multiple acquisitions, including setting up new hires in the payroll system.
- Demonstrating a deep understanding of the linkage between payroll and the General Ledger.
- Managing payroll tax filing, reporting, and reconciliation tasks.
- Participating in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
- Handling liability accounts, positive pay files, child support, and other related tasks.
- Utilizing skills in Ceridian, Dynamics AX, HRIS Implementation, Software Implementations, and System Integration Testing.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
- Proven experience as a Payroll Accountant in the service industry.
- Proficiency in payroll software such as Ceridian.
- Strong knowledge of Dynamics AX.
- Previous experience in HRIS Implementation.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion.
- High level of accuracy, efficiency, and accountability.
- Ability to work independently and in a team.
- Knowledge of current payroll tax requirements and regulations.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to work under pressure.
- Comfortable with meeting tight deadlines.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) or deferred compensation plan
- Paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time
- Paid holidays
- Choice Time Off (CTO)
