Payroll Accountant - DEQ

About the position We are seeking a detail-oriented and professional Payroll Accountant to join our team on a temporary basis. This role is responsible for performing account reconciliations, supporting month-end close processes, and handling payroll-related tasks for approximately 850 employees. The ideal candidate will have experience with Workday Payroll ERP systems and a strong experience in payroll accounting. Responsibilities • Perform account reconciliations. • Support month-end close processes. • Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger. • Generate and format payroll reports required for payroll processing before the pay period and submission deadline. • Ensure accurate deduction and payroll tax calculations. • Complete other duties as assigned. Requirements • Minimum of 2 years of payroll accounting experience. • Proficiency in payroll reconciliation. • Experience with journal entries and general ledger posting. • Month-end close experience. • Ability to process payroll for 850 employees. • Proficiency in Workday Payroll ERP system. • Skill in handling benefit, garnishment, and tax deductions. • Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP. Nice-to-haves • Experience with cloud-based payroll systems, particularly Workday. • Strong customer service skills, especially in handling difficult situations. • Bachelor’s degree in accounting is preferred. • Familiarity with Oracle ERP. • Previous government work experience is a plus. Benefits • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Apply tot his job Apply To this Job