Accounting Clerk (Onsite)

Please note that this is a 6 months contract position.

This position is onsite in Lisle, IL.

Education/Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance is preferred.
Minimum of 2 years payroll or accounting experience required
Experience processing multi-state payrolls and knowledge of taxes and payroll related benefits (i.e. 401k, HSA, FSA, etc) preferred
Prior experience with SAP, UKG, and Kronos systems preferred
Proficient in Excel and comfortable using VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must be well organized, able to work under time constraints, and be able to multi task
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Meticulous attention to detail
Must have strong ethics and a commitment to continually preserving the integrity and security of employee data

Summary
Responsible for the accurate and timely processing of assigned multi-state payrolls including processing payments for bonuses, commissions, short term disability, new hires, termination payouts, pay increases, and transfers.
Assist with reviewing payrolls; identify errors and/or discrepancies and work with payroll coordinators to rectify
Prepare payroll import files for additional pays, bonuses, commissions, awards, etc.
Establish and maintain a positive relationship with HR, supervisors and managers
Ensure timely submission of payroll related data to meet deadlines
Reconcile, balance and submit wire request for payroll/benefits funding
Assist with audits by collecting backup for selected samples
Prepare ad hoc reports on payroll related items and perform an analysis of data as assigned or requested by management
Assist with payroll tax related inquiries and resolutions as requested by management
Provide ongoing assistance to users of payroll systems
Participate on payroll system conversions and upgrade project teams
Assist with year-end processes and W-2 distribution

Candidates must provide their phone number. Job Reference number A5135.