Accountant II Payroll & Close Support

Accountant II – Payroll & Close Support

Job Posting

We are seeking an Accountant II to support payroll, month‑end close, and core accounting operations. This role plays a key part in ensuring GAAP‑compliant financial reporting, strengthening internal controls, improving close efficiency, and supporting scalable growth.

What You’ll Do

• Process payroll, including multi‑state payroll, ensuring accurate and timely processing


• Prepare payroll journal entries, reconciliations, and documentation in accordance with U.S. GAAP


• Support payroll‑related compliance and audits


• Prepare GAAP‑compliant month‑end close schedules and assist with close activities


• Perform bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies


• Provide backup support for AR/AP functions


• Review and troubleshoot work prepared by accounting staff


• Assist with intercompany processes and cross‑functional accounting support


• Contribute to process improvements, documentation, and system enhancements


• Support ERP administration and testing of new accounting processes

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent work experience


• Accounting experience, including payroll and month‑end close


• Experience with payroll (multi‑state preferred)


• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP


• Strong reconciliation and analytical skills


• Familiarity with internal controls 


• ERP experience (a nice to have)


• Intermediate Excel skills required (pivot tables, lookups, formulas)


• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

• Ability to work independently while collaborating across teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting intercompany accounting


• Experience with WIP / POC accounting under GAAP


• Advanced Excel skills (Power Query, complex formulas, reporting models)

Why This Role Matters

This role helps:

• Ensure accurate, GAAP‑compliant financial reporting


• Strengthen internal controls and reduce key‑person risk


• Improve efficiency and quality of the month‑end close


• Support audit readiness and scalable growth

 We offer great benefits including:

• Paid holidays and PTO


• Employer paid medical insurance for yourself and/or 50% for your family.                      (If you have elected dependent or family coverage, 50% of your dependent’s coverage will be deducted before tax from your wages. )


• Employer Paid Healthcare and Health Reimbursement Plan (HRA)


• Flexible spending account (FSA)


• Employer Paid Life insurance and Disability Plan


• 401(k) with company contribution


• On-the-job training and skills development


• Career Advancement opportunities


• Employee appreciation events


• Employee recognition programs


• A supportive and engaging work culture that promotes healthy living