Hybrid Payroll & Benefits Accountant – Analytics & Controls

ManpowerGroup; Saddle Brook (NJ); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work option

Weekly pay

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Accountant in Northeast New Jersey on a hybrid schedule (1-2 days in-office). The role supports the North America Finance team, handling payroll and benefits accounting tasks with a focus on accuracy and internal controls.

The ideal candidate has strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure. Pay range is $45.00–$50.00 per hour, with remote work options after onboarding.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of general accounting activities and journal entry preparation.
• BS degree in finance or accounting preferred.
• Working knowledge of SAP, MS Office Products, and Blackline.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end close journal entries, including payroll, benefits accounting, deferred compensation, and EPP.
• Partner with the Payroll team to ensure accurate payroll processing and reporting.
• Prepare manual intercompany payroll invoices and review monthly payroll variance reports.
• Investigate and analyze variances, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Evaluate existing processes and propose improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and internal controls.

Skills

General accounting

Journal entries

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

BS degree in finance or accounting

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Blackline

Job description

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Accountant in Northeast New Jersey on a hybrid schedule (1-2 days in-office). The role supports the North America Finance team, handling payroll and benefits accounting tasks with a focus on accuracy and internal controls.

The ideal candidate has strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure. Pay range is $45.00–$50.00 per hour, with remote work options after onboarding.