Accounting Payroll Associate

Century Group; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Century Group in Denver is partnering with a client to fill an Accounting Payroll Associate role. Exact compensation may vary; expected starting base salary is $55,000 to $65,000 per year.

The position handles payroll activities, reviews timekeeping, and supports reconciliations, billing, and month-end close. The ideal candidate has a bachelor degree in accounting or finance and 2+ years of payroll or related experience, with strong Excel skills and proficiency in accounting software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of payroll or related financial experience.
• Strong understanding of payroll processing and account reconciliations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll activities and maintain accurate records.
• Review timekeeping, payroll adjustments, and data accuracy.
• Prepare payroll reconciliations, journal entries, and schedules.
• Support billing, payments, and other accounting tasks.
• Assist with month-end close, audits, and system improvements.

Skills

Payroll

Accounting

Bookkeeping

Excel

Accounting software

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Century Group is partnering with a client that is seeking a Accounting Payroll Associate to join their team. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Expected starting base salary of $55,000 to $65,000 per year.

Job Responsibilities

• Process payroll activities and maintain accurate employee compensation records while ensuring timely completion of payroll cycles.
• Review timekeeping information, payroll adjustments, deductions, and employee data to support payroll accuracy.
• Prepare payroll related reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules for accounting records and reporting purposes.
• Support billing, payment processing, and other accounting activities while maintaining accurate financial documentation.
• Assist with month end close tasks, audits, system improvement initiatives, and special accounting projects as needed.

Requirements

• A Bachelor degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of payroll, accounting, bookkeeping, or related financial experience.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of payroll processing, account reconciliations, and basic accounting principles.
• Possess proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software applications.
• Maintain the ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• Apply strong analytical and problem solving skills to research discrepancies and resolve payroll or accounting issues.
• Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail when processing payroll transactions and maintaining financial records.
• Communicate effectively with employees, customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain strong organizational skills while handling confidential information and high volumes of data.
• Bring experience with enterprise accounting systems, payroll platforms, process improvement initiatives, or financial system implementations considered beneficial.

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