Payroll and Benefits Accountant at Pella Windows and Doors of Tennessee

Job TitlePayroll and Benefits Accountant

Summary:

Responsible for participating in the preparation of semi-monthly and bi-weekly payrolls, balance sheet reconciliations, assisting with R&A’s, Warranty Credit Tracking and ensuring use of accurate accounting data. Role will assist with inventory, monthly and year-end closings, reporting of KPI’s and other duties as assigned by Management.

Essential Duties

• Comply with Company GAAP accounting policies and procedures.
• Multiple payroll and benefit entity accounting and reporting.
• Assist with R&A’s and Warranty Credit Tracking.
• Prepare monthly payroll and benefit reconciliations of G/L balance sheet accounts and any adjusting entries.
• Prepare financial analysis and participate in monthly closings and annual audit.
• Assist with preparation, review, and submission of monthly, quarterly and annual wage reporting requirements.
• Create, enter, and review payroll and benefit entries into the G/L and payroll software.
• Assist with Accounts Receivable collections via reaching out to customers by phone and email.
• Reconcile customer accounts receivable accounts to help drive problem resolution.
• Assist other accounting personnel in reconciling accounting issues.
• Perform account analysis, data analysis and ad hoc reporting.
• Have intermediate excel software experience and computer skills.
• Identify and assist in implementing accounting improvements.
• Work well individually or in a team environment.

Qualifications:

• BS/BA in Accounting.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Proficient with MS Office. (Great Plains is a Plus)
• Experience with payroll accounting software preferable (Paylocity, ADP or other)
• Ability to Work with limited supervision and must be a team player.