Adams and Associates, a 100% employee owned company, is seeking a talented Payroll Accountant to join our team. Our core business brings education and employment opportunities to at-risk youth across the US through our successful operation of Job Corps Centers. Ideal candidate must have strong problem-solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis, multi-tasking and customer service skills. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing across all levels of the organization. Ability to interact with employees and vendors in a professional manner. Have strong organizational and leadership skills to meet the demands of various partners. An analytical mind and with good math skills.

Responsibilities include but not limited to, preparing, processing, and posting of biweekly payroll for various Job Corps Center locations and backup for Corporate payroll. Responsibility to work with payroll service provider to resolve payroll issues. Ensure employee set-up is accurate and complete, including wages, benefits, sick and vacation time. Review and ensure accuracy of approved timesheets, track and deduct all garnishments, tax levies, child support orders, 401k loan deductions, along with other miscellaneous payroll deductions. Remain up to date on regulations to ensure compliance, including compliance with tax and labor laws. Balancing payroll files and reports. Assist with year-end processing. Assist with generation of W2’s at year end, including 1095 reporting. Review current payroll, benefits and tax procedures to recommend changes leading to best-practice operations

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Previous payroll experience required. Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) a plus.
• Analytically adept, computer literate with spreadsheet proficiency
• Excellent organizational and writing skills
• Experience with Microsoft SL Dynamics and UltiPro desired

Benefits:

Along with competitive compensation and career advancement opportunities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. Qualifying employees receive:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA) and Dependent Care Accounts
• Company paid life and AD&D insurance
• Company paid short and long-term disability
• Voluntary benefit products
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match after 1 year
• Paid time off for vacation, sick and floating holidays
• Life Assistance Program (LAP)