Position Summary

Under direct supervision, the Payroll Accountant I assists senior payroll staff with the accounting responsibilities related to the payroll function.  This role is responsible for the financial accounting, regulatory compliance and internal controls related to the payroll function.  The role also assists with accounts payable and other accounting tasks.

Responsibilities

• Generate custom reports for requested data to internal and external recipients
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and standards
• Stay current with changes in accounting policies and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance
• Apply continuous improvement techniques and methods to internal processes and systems
• Analyze data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement
• Provide support during internal and external audits
• Participate in the implementation of payroll policies, procedures, and special projects
• Process payroll for multiple sites
  • Union and non union
  • Understand overtime rules
  • Kronos system experience preferred
• Maintain payroll related accrual accounts
• Assist with processing accounts payable invoices
• Conduct follow up related to accounts payable
• Various month-end close activities
• Perform several account reconcilements
• Assist with fixed asset accounting

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges
• Basic understanding of payroll processes and regulations

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.  However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

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