Payroll Accountant

Addison Group; Fort Snelling Unorganized Territory (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Job summary

Addison Group is partnering with an established organization to hire a Payroll Accountant to own payroll processing, reconciliations, and cash accounting for multiple entities.

Ideal candidates have 1–2+ years of payroll experience, multi-state payroll knowledge, and familiarity with ADP Vantage or NetSuite. A bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance is preferred but not required. This role offers growth and a stable, long-term career path.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of payroll experience, including multi-state payroll.
• Experience processing payroll for multiple entities preferred.
• Strong understanding of payroll maintenance, reconciliations, and tax processes.
• Knowledge of garnishments and multi-state payroll requirements is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for multiple entities and meet deadlines.
• Manage payroll maintenance: new hires, terminations, merit increases, retroactive adjustments, bonuses, benefits changes, and W-4s.
• Complete bi-weekly payroll reconciliations and prepare related journal entries.
• Review and process employee reimbursements and expense reports.
• Reconcile tax payments and support quarterly/annual filings.
• Prepare standard and ad hoc payroll reports and audit support.

Skills

Payroll processing

Multi-state payroll

ADP Vantage

NetSuite

ERP system

Excel

Attention to detail

Education

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

Tools

ADP Vantage

NetSuite

ERP system

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week

Benefits: This position is eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)

Job Description:

Addison Group is partnering with an established, family-owned organization to identify a Payroll Accountant to join their accounting team. This position offers the opportunity to work within a collaborative accounting environment while taking ownership of payroll processing, payroll reconciliations, and cash accounting activities across multiple entities.

The ideal candidate will have experience with multi-state payroll and be comfortable working with detailed payroll maintenance, reconciliations, and cash transactions. Candidates with a strong payroll background or a combination of payroll and accounting/reconciliation experience are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process bi-weekly payroll for multiple entities while ensuring accuracy and meeting established payroll deadlines
• Manage payroll maintenance including new hires, terminations, merit increases, retroactive adjustments, commissions, bonuses, benefits changes, direct deposit updates, and W-4 changes
• Complete bi-weekly payroll reconciliations and prepare related journal entries
• Review and process employee reimbursements
• Reconcile federal, state, and local tax payments and support quarterly and annual tax filings
• Prepare standard and ad hoc payroll reports
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and other transaction-related issues
• Support payroll audits and external audits, including 401(k), financial, and unemployment insurance audits
• Prepare deposits and manage cash-related transactions for multiple entities
• Perform daily bank reconciliations and record and allocate cash transactions for financial reporting
• Review bank activity, including positive pay, lockbox deposits, and transaction reports
• Process bank transfers, outgoing wires, and investment transactions
• Prepare and post cash-related journal entries
• Assist with cash application and reconciliation activities
• Maintain confidentiality of payroll, financial, and employee information
• Provide backup support to other accounting functions as needed

Qualifications:

• 1–2+ years of payroll experience; experience with multi-state payroll is highly preferred
• Experience processing payroll for multiple entities or companies preferred
• Strong understanding of payroll maintenance, payroll reconciliations, and payroll tax processes
• Knowledge of garnishments and multi-state payroll requirements preferred
• Strong accounting and bank reconciliation experience is highly beneficial
• Experience with ADP Vantage is preferred
• Experience with NetSuite or another ERP/accounting system is preferred
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred, but not required
• CPP certification is preferred but not required
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage confidential information appropriately
• Willingness to stay current on payroll regulations, processes, and best practices

This is a great opportunity for a payroll or accounting professional looking for a stable, long-term position with opportunities to expand their responsibilities and continue developing their expertise.

EEO Statement:

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.