Hybrid Payroll & Benefits Accountant - Remote-Eligible

ManpowerGroup; Bridgewater (MA); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Meaningful payroll & benefits work

Dynamic team environment

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is supporting a client seeking a Payroll & Benefits Accountant to join the Finance Department, supporting the North America Market. The role emphasizes accurate payroll processing, benefits accounting, and internal controls.

The position is hybrid (1-2 days on site) in Northeast New Jersey with a pay range of $45.00-$50.00 per hour. Ideal candidates have a finance or accounting background and strong analytical skills.

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

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

BS in finance or accounting

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Blackline

Job description

ManpowerGroup is supporting a client seeking a Payroll & Benefits Accountant to join the Finance Department, supporting the North America Market. The role emphasizes accurate payroll processing, benefits accounting, and internal controls.

The position is hybrid (1-2 days on site) in Northeast New Jersey with a pay range of $45.00-$50.00 per hour. Ideal candidates have a finance or accounting background and strong analytical skills.