Sr. Payroll Accountant

Robert Half • Huntington Beach, CA • 1h ago

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Payroll Accountant to join our team in Huntington Beach, California. In this role, you will oversee essential payroll accounting functions, including reconciliations, financial analysis, and journal entries, while ensuring compliance with accounting standards. If you have a strong background in payroll-related processes, analytical expertise, and a passion for accuracy, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

Execute month-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion of deliverables.

Prepare and review account reconciliations for payroll, cash, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and other accounts.

Create and post journal entries with proper documentation to support financial reporting accuracy.

Analyze and interpret financial statements, identifying and reporting significant variances or trends.

Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with US standards.

Perform reconciliations for intercompany transactions, maintaining proper documentation.

Collaborate with cross-functional accounting teams to ensure comprehensive financial reporting.

Support audits by working closely with external auditors and preparing necessary documentation.

Handle payroll-related reconciliations and flux analysis to ensure data accuracy.

Assist with ad-hoc projects as needed, contributing to continuous improvement efforts. Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.

Minimum of 3-5 years of accounting experience, with public accounting experience preferred.

Strong knowledge of payroll processing, reconciliation, and related journal entries.

Familiarity with US accounting standards and a willingness to research and resolve accounting issues.

Proficiency in financial systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, or SAP is a plus.

Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis and reporting.

Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.

Ability to work collaboratively across teams and manage deadlines effectively.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

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