Senior Payroll Accountant

Secaucus, NJ

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Payroll Accountant in Secaucus, NJ. Essential Functions:

  • Process and oversee multi-state payroll using ADP, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness
  • Prepare and post payroll-related journal entries, including accruals, reconciliations, and adjustments
  • Support monthly close activities, including payroll reconciliations and variance analysis
  • Review employee compensation agreements, bonus plans, and incentive structures
  • Calculate complex compensation and bonus arrangements, ensuring alignment with contractual terms and company policy
  • Partner with HR, Finance, and Legal teams to resolve payroll and compensation-related issues
  • Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation to support audits and regulatory requirements
  • Develop and enhance payroll reporting and analytics using advanced Excel
  • Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls, and efficiencies
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • Strong, hands-on ADP payroll experience
Solid accounting background with demonstrated experience in:
  • Journal entries
  • Payroll reconciliations
  • Monthly close support
  • Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis
  • Proven experience reviewing compensation agreements and calculating complex compensation or bonus arrangements
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Posted 2026-02-13

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