Payroll & Commissions Accountant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Minnesota.

📋 Description

• Accurately and efficiently process multi-state bi-weekly payroll using ADP Workforce Now.

• Maintain employee payroll documentation and data within the payroll system.

• Handle payroll-related funding activities, which include contributions for 401(k), HSA, profit-sharing, and other benefits.

• Prepare and submit federal, state, and local payroll tax filings along with unemployment reports.

• Address employee payroll inquiries and resolve any payroll-related concerns.

• Calculate, prepare, and distribute statements and payments for sales commissions.

• Allocate commissions and create supporting schedules and necessary adjustments.

• Prepare commission expense schedules and reconcile transactions related to commissions.

• Act as a resource for sales representatives and internal stakeholders regarding commission inquiries.

• Prepare recurring journal entries, which include payroll accruals, PTO accruals, benefit allocations, operating deposits, and petty cash entries.

• Complete account reconciliations and conduct analysis as required.

• Assist in month-end and year-end closing procedures.

• Generate payroll, commission, and accounting reports for management review.

• Support budgeting efforts, special projects, and various accounting initiatives.

• Lead the preparation of year-end payroll and accounting audit workpapers.

• Act as the main coordinator for the annual 401(k) audit.

• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in payroll, commissions, and accounting.

• Facilitate process improvements related to payroll, reporting, systems, and internal controls.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline; equivalent experience may be accepted.

• 3–5+ years of progressive accounting experience, specifically with payroll processing duties.

• Recent practical experience with ADP Workforce Now.

• In-depth understanding of payroll processes, payroll tax regulations, and general accounting principles.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, with a strong emphasis on Excel.

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

• Capability to manage multiple priorities while ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.

• Superior written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to handle confidential employee and financial information with utmost discretion.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, 401k with a strong company match, profit sharing, and more.