Our high-tech client in the South Bay is seeking a Senior Payroll Accountant to join their team on a contract-to-hire basis. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment and brings strong expertise in full-cycle payroll processing and payroll accounting. You’ll play a key role in ensuring accurate payroll processing, compliance, and financial reporting while also supporting invoicing and cash applications.
Key Responsibilities
- Process full-cycle payroll for ~200 U.S.-based employees using ADP Workforce Now (WFN)
- Prepare and post payroll-related journal entries in the general ledger
- Perform payroll account reconciliations and ensure accuracy and compliance
- Support 401(k) administration, audits, and related compliance activities
- Manage invoicing and billing processes
- Handle cash applications and maintain accurate AR records
- Prepare AR-related journal entries and perform reconciliations
- Collaborate cross-functionally with HR and Finance teams to resolve discrepancies
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting (required)
- Proven experience processing payroll using ADP Workforce Now (WFN)
- Strong understanding of payroll accounting, journal entries, and reconciliations
- Experience with invoicing, cash applications, and AR processes
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Immediate impact in a critical accounting function
