Emergency Utilities Payroll Specialist for Rapid Response

Cogent Analytics; Schwenksville (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogent Analytics is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to lead all payroll operations for utility clients facing emergencies and outages. You will plan, coordinate, and execute payroll with strict accuracy and confidentiality.

This role requires strong data entry, Excel proficiency, and teamwork to support the corporate team during rapid response scenarios. Join a mission-driven team delivering reliable restoration services while maintaining compliance and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting or related field preferred.
• Proven data entry experience with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Perform 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.
• Assisting with any additional duties needed.

Skills

Data entry accuracy

Time management

Confidentiality

Communication

Teamwork

Excel

Education

Associate degree in accounting

Tools

Excel

Job description

Cogent Analytics is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to lead all payroll operations for utility clients facing emergencies and outages. You will plan, coordinate, and execute payroll with strict accuracy and confidentiality.

This role requires strong data entry, Excel proficiency, and teamwork to support the corporate team during rapid response scenarios. Join a mission-driven team delivering reliable restoration services while maintaining compliance and operational efficiency.