Payroll & Accounting Specialist: Multi-State Compliance

PETA; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

PETA is seeking a payroll/accounting professional to manage bi-weekly payroll for the PETA Foundation, ensure proper tax withholding, and reconcile accounts. You will analyze information, prepare ledgers, and use audit controls while supporting annual financial audits.

The role requires 5 years in accounting, experience with Paylocity, and proficiency in Excel. A college-level accounting coursework background is expected. This is a full-time position based in the United States.

Qualifications

• Completion of college-level accounting coursework.
• Five years of industry or public accounting experience.
• Previous Paylocity or other payroll systems experience.
• Previous experience with multi-state payroll tax.
• Previous experience with Sage 100 or other accounting software.
• Proven Microsoft knowledge and proficiency with Excel required.
• Demonstrated self-motivation and the ability to work independently.
• Excellent attention to detail and good organizational skills.
• Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proven effective verbal communication skills and demonstrated comfort with speaking in public.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for the PETA Foundation, including updating payroll deductions, accruals, and ensuring proper tax withholding is established.
• Calculate final checks, including accrued vacation time, and update payroll records for terminated employees.
• Process internal payroll related to payables.
• Assist with timecard review for labor law matters.
• Assist with multi-state payroll tax matters.
• Stay current with payroll regulations and ensure compliance with Federal and State laws.
• Address employee payroll questions and resolve any issues that may arise.
• Perform bi-weekly and semi-yearly 401k tasks, including reconciling accounts and hosting meetings.

Education

College-level accounting coursework

Tools

Paylocity

Sage 100

Excel

Job description

PETA is seeking a payroll/accounting professional to manage bi-weekly payroll for the PETA Foundation, ensure proper tax withholding, and reconcile accounts. You will analyze information, prepare ledgers, and use audit controls while supporting annual financial audits.

The role requires 5 years in accounting, experience with Paylocity, and proficiency in Excel. A college-level accounting coursework background is expected. This is a full-time position based in the United States.