Payroll Accountant

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Des Moines, IA, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Hardware • Appliances • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Process weekly and biweekly multi-state payroll, maintain payroll records, administer taxes, deductions, PTO, and direct deposits, prepare payroll journal entries, reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts, and produce payroll reports while ensuring regulatory compliance, confidentiality, and strong internal controls.
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Position Overview

The Payroll Accountant is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of multi-state payroll while ensuring compliance with payroll regulations and company policies. This role manages payroll accounting, reconciliations, payroll taxes, PTO administration, and reporting while partnering with HR, Finance, and Operations to support employees and maintain strong internal controls.


What You'll Do

  • Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll.
  • Maintain employee payroll records, taxes, deductions, PTO, and direct deposits.
  • Prepare payroll journal entries and reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts.

What We're Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred.
  • 3+ years of payroll and accounting experience.
  • Experience with payroll systems (Sage HCM utilized).
  • Strong Excel, analytical, and organizational skills.
  • High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Schedule

  • Monday – Friday
  • 8am-5pm
  • In-office schedule

Benefits

  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid training

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
  • 3+ years of payroll and accounting experience
  • Experience with payroll systems, including Sage HCM
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills
  • High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality
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The Company
HQ: Bayport, MN
14,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1903

What We Do

Andersen Corporation is the largest North American window and door manufacturer. They focus on crafting and designing high-quality, innovative windows and doors for homes, emphasizing sustainability, community, and customer service. They operate across the country with a large workforce dedicated to creating products that are highly rated for quality and performance by contractors, builders, and homeowners.

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