Onsite Payroll Accountant: Detail-Driven & Compliant

CFS; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in LaPorte, IN is seeking a Payroll Accountant to handle bi-weekly and monthly payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance. This hands-on role collaborates with HR and accounting to maintain payroll records and support audits.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, 2–4 years of payroll or accounting experience, and strong skills with payroll software and Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in payroll accounting or general accounting.
• Strong understanding of payroll systems, tax regulations, and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly and monthly payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
• Maintain payroll records and ensure proper documentation for audits and reporting.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and assist with general ledger entries related to payroll.
• Prepare and file payroll tax reports and ensure timely payments.
• Collaborate with HR and accounting teams to resolve payroll-related issues.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes related to payroll.

Skills

Payroll accounting experience

Microsoft Excel

Payroll software

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

CFS in LaPorte, IN is seeking a Payroll Accountant to handle bi-weekly and monthly payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance. This hands-on role collaborates with HR and accounting to maintain payroll records and support audits.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, 2–4 years of payroll or accounting experience, and strong skills with payroll software and Excel.