Payroll Accounting Reconciliation Specialist (Hybrid Work Schedule)

Kroger - Hutchinson, KS

Full-time

Hutchinson, KS

Food and Beverage Retailers

About the position

The Payroll Accounting Reconciliation Specialist is responsible for reconciling payroll-related accounts across multiple Kroger divisions. This role involves utilizing various reporting tools and systems to ensure accuracy in payroll accounting, while also communicating effectively with payroll clerks, auditors, and division personnel. The position requires attention to detail and the ability to meet strict deadlines, as well as performing additional accounting functions such as journal entries and resolving outstanding issues.

Responsibilities

• Prepare period-end account reconciliations.
• Post weekly/period journal entries to the general ledger to record un-posted transactions, recurring or accrual entries, or correct account balances.
• Use third-party documentation to verify the accuracy of general ledger postings.
• Communicate with division and payroll personnel regarding operational or other changes that would impact accounting entries.
• Assist division and payroll personnel with questions on accounts.

Requirements

• Ability to work within strict deadlines.
• Ability to recognize, research, and resolve accounting errors.
• Ability to make sound decisions with a monetary impact.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to perform job responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Good computer and 10-key skills.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Detail-oriented and well organized.
• Ability to work well with others.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Kermit, JDE, Infopac reports, Business Objects, and ReconNet.