Payroll & Accounts Payable Accountant

Payroll & Accounts Payable Accountant

 

 

AccountPros has been serving the Accounting and Finance professional community for nearly 20 years. Whether you are considering contract or full-time employment, each and every job search is fully customized to meet your needs, allowing AccountPros to be a vital part of your success at every level of your career. For more information, visit us online at www.accountpros.com.
 
 
 

 


Payroll & Accounts Payable Accountant Summary

Our client, a well-known firm in the Chicago area, is currently seeking to hire a Payroll & Accounts Payable Accountant on a temporary, full time basis. This is an excellent opportunity that offers a great starting salary and benefits.


Payroll & Accounts Payable Accountant Duties & ResponsibilitiesSupervise and coordinate the preparation and distribution of the company’s hourly and salaried payroll in a timely and accurate manner.Maintain payroll tax compliance and review the preparation and filing of all required reporting.Manage and oversee the Accounts Payable (A/P) process and records.Register and supervise A/P staff. Process and calculate employee payroll on an ongoing basis via data input of time sheets, time cards from swipe card system, etc. Import data from time clock into payroll system. Verify any discrepancies on the time sheets with the appropriate supervisor. Calculate and process all overtime, retroactive, paid time off (PTO) and disability pay in accordance with company policy.  Review and process annual merit increases, promotional increases, commission checks, special payroll runs, holiday bonuses, Management Business Objectives (MBO) payments, etc.  Input manual checks written to ensure update of employee quarterly and annual earnings.  Follow company policies, payroll policies and government regulations in the processing of payroll procedures, deductions, wage garnishments, child support payments, public aid, jury duty pay, loans, benefit deductions (medical, dental, disability, supplemental insurances, 401k), etc.  Ensure that all federal, state and local taxes and Social Security contributions are deducted in accordance with current laws.Direct the preparation and filing of required reports and/or payments to agencies, insurance carriers, banks, organizations, individual employees, etc. Coordinate ancillary payroll services including check cashing truck, direct deposit, etc.  Review wages, reports and changes on a weekly basis to ensure accuracy by payroll provider.Maintain individual payroll records and payroll register, and support documentation for journal entries and tax compliance.Inputting employee updates into the payroll system for master file maintenance. Distribute and prepare W-2 forms and proper record retention. Compute and process executive payroll and taxation including car allowances, deferred compensation, stock options, bonuses, relocations, perquisite allowances, etc. as directed.Prepare monthly journal entries for tax and payroll disbursements, state unemployment and other items.  Maintain spreadsheets and appropriate supporting files.  Supervise and monitor the A/P staff and procedures.  Serving as a back-up in processing A/P in the absence of staff. Supervise, develop, measure, monitor and evaluate the performance of direct reports and individuals within the functional area.  Perform annual evaluation of staff and make salary recommendations. Create plans for improvement and development of staff.Lead and manage staff members and direct reports in a manner that fosters ethical business practices and teamwork while supporting and enforcing all company policies and practices.Perform other duties as assigned.

 

 

 

Essential Payroll & Accounts Payable Accountant Skills & Characteristics Direct experience leading and managing compliance strategy and program, including gap analysis and development of effective key controlsAbility to train and to lead management team regarding compliance responsibilitiesBachelor's degree in Accounting or related discipline (MBA or advanced business/accounting degree preferred)At least 7 years accounting experience, including a minimum of 2 years in public accountingExperience in developing initial strategic plan for Sarbanes Oxley compliance

 

 

 

AccountPros is part of Vedior Professional Services, a professional staffing firm specializing in recruiting and staffing services in the financial, accounting, human resources and legal sectors. Comprised of three nationally recognized brands, AccountPros, Human Resources International (HRi), and Compliance Inc, Vedior Professional Services is a full-service recruitment provider.

Vedior Professional Services is a member of the Vedior Group of companies, one of the world’s largest international recruitment companies with more than 2,400 offices in 50 countries.


We specialize in: Accounting and Finance; Operational Accounting; Public Accounting; Financial Management; Project Management; Banking and Investments; Interim Management; Account Manager; Accounting Manager; Tax Manager; CPA - Certified Public Accountant; Staff Accountant; Senior Accountant; Financial Analyst; Senior Financial Analyst; Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Clerk / Administrator (A/P, A/R); Internal Auditor; Senior Internal Auditor; Chief Financial Officer (CFO); Controller; Business Systems Analyst; VP of Accounting; VP of Finance; Director of Accounting; Director of Finance
 
Related interests include: payroll clerk, accounts payable, AP, A/P, payroll administrator; financial, accounting, expenditures, accounts payable, accounts receivable, ledger, CPA, C.P.A., AP, AR, A/P, A/R, certified public accountant, controller, accountant, accounting supervisor, finance manager

APM503CMB9433 updated on 4.15.2008.