Hybrid Payroll & Benefits Accountant - Remote Ready

ManpowerGroup; Pequannock Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work option

Weekly pay

401(k) matching

Health benefits

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Accountant to join the Finance Department supporting the North America Market. In this hybrid role, you will contribute to payroll and benefits accounting, month-end close, and internal controls.

Located in Northeast New Jersey, this position offers a pay range of $45.00 to $50.00 per hour with remote work opportunities after onboarding. You will analyze variances, prepare journals, and collaborate with the Payroll team to ensure accurate reporting.

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

Attention to detail

Proactive approach

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

BS degree in finance or accounting

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Blackline

Job description

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Accountant to join the Finance Department supporting the North America Market. In this hybrid role, you will contribute to payroll and benefits accounting, month-end close, and internal controls.

Located in Northeast New Jersey, this position offers a pay range of $45.00 to $50.00 per hour with remote work opportunities after onboarding. You will analyze variances, prepare journals, and collaborate with the Payroll team to ensure accurate reporting.