Emergency Payroll Specialist for Utilities & Storm Response

Cogent Analytics; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogent Analytics is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to lead all payroll activities for our utility-focused clients. You will manage payroll processing, garnishments, data entry, and reconciliation with a focus on accuracy and confidentiality.

Responsibilities include posting daily sales, processing invoices, bank reconciliations, and collaborating with the accounting team to meet deadlines. An associate degree and strong Excel skills are preferred to ensure reliable payroll operations.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting or related field.
• Proven experience in accurate and dependable data entry.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Post daily sales postings and reconcile sales transactions.
• Verify and upload accounts payable invoices into our accounting system.
• Conduct bank and credit card reconciliations to ensure accuracy.
• Process payroll efficiently and accurately, including handling garnishments.
• Maintain high standards of data entry accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate with team members to accomplish departmental goals.
• Handle sensitive financial and payroll information with confidentiality.
• Assist with any additional duties needed.

Skills

Data entry

Organizational skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Communication

Team player

Education

Associate degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Cogent Analytics is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to lead all payroll activities for our utility-focused clients. You will manage payroll processing, garnishments, data entry, and reconciliation with a focus on accuracy and confidentiality.

Responsibilities include posting daily sales, processing invoices, bank reconciliations, and collaborating with the accounting team to meet deadlines. An associate degree and strong Excel skills are preferred to ensure reliable payroll operations.