Payroll Accountant

Always Fresh Farms; Florida; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural firm in Plant City, FL, is seeking an experienced accounting professional to manage payroll processing and financial reporting under the CFO. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and at least 4 years of experience in accounting. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, and strong attention to detail are crucial for success in this onsite position. This role offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to the financial health of the organization.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in the accounting field.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting practices and reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for full-time & seasonal employees.
• Perform and report monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Participate in the month-end close process.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Strong attention to detail

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to handle confidential information

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, this position will be responsible for performing both routine and non-routine accounting and financial reporting functions for Always Fresh Farms including payroll.

This is an onsite position located in Plant City, FL.

Duties:

• Process payroll for full-time & seasonal employees; including entering, reviewing and importing hours, administering garnishments, and other adjustments as necessary
• Perform and report monthly balance sheet reconciliations to ensure company assets and liabilities are properly, correctly and completely accounted for related to payroll.
• Participate in the month-end close process, perform monthly duties assigned to facilitate timely close, including reporting.
• Responsible for the Worker’s Compensation monthly calculation for accrual purposes.
• Process payroll journal entry for each payroll into the ERP system and record monthly payroll accrual journal entries for all companies.
• Create and provide reporting tools on a monthly, annual, and ad-hoc basis for operations and financial leaders for purposes of business decisions.
• Assists with all budgeting as it relates to payroll aspects of accounting operations and the preparation of annual financial forecasts/budgets, annual and monthly financial statements and other accounting reports and projects as necessary.
• Identify and develop reporting and help establish and track key metrics.
• Perform special research and projects for the general ledger as required.
• Provide input to ensure accounting systems and processes are continually streamlined via process improvement to achieve greater efficiencies and accuracy.
• Work effectively and efficiently in cross-functional departments including sales, operations, logistics, shipping and receiving
• Ability to work proactively, prioritize tasks and to manage time effectively

Skills/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• 4+ years of experience within the accounting field
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; intermediate to advanced knowledge of Excel (pivots, lookups, etc.)
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• In depth knowledge of accounting principles/practices, internal controls, and reporting requirements
• Ability to prepare, organize and analyze complex financial information
• Strong attention to detail and a desire to assume new responsibilities
• Ability to handle confidential information in a professional manner
• Punctual, regular and consistent attendance, and ability to work overtime, nights and weekends if needed
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; with responsive feedback at all times.
• Must be able to read, speak, and write in English