Payroll & Benefits Accountant

At Lendmark Financial Services, we believe the success of our company is specifically attributable to the quality of our employees and their commitment to our customers. We value each customer and understand that people want to do business with people who care. That’s one way we differ from our competitors. We are proud of what we as a team have accomplished. We will always strive for improvement, our motto since day one has been “Success is the only option.”

Lendmark Financial Services offers a comprehensive benefits package for employees and dependents that includes medical, dental, vision benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), life insurance, long-term disability, tuition assistance and an employee assistance program. We also offer optional benefits such as critical care, auto, home and pet insurance as well as other ancillary insurance options.

SUMMARY:

The Payroll and Benefits Accountant is responsible for performing reconciliations of general ledger accounts, preparing and posting journal entries, and making time entry and timecard adjustments. Additionally, this role involves handling various incentive and other benefit accounting tasks as assigned. The Payroll Accountant ensures accuracy and compliance with company policies and relevant regulations while supporting the overall financial operations of the organization.

MAJOR DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage integrations in Workday to record and reconcile payroll journal entries
• Troubleshoot Workday integrations to ensure proper delivery and recording of journal entries
• Manage payroll calendar, forward accrual calendar, and earning and deduction configurations in Workday
• Reconcile payroll- and benefits-related general ledger accounts on a weekly and monthly basis, as assigned. Reconcile cash account to bank account with every payroll.
• Manage and track incentive and payroll accruals, ensuring accuracy and updating as necessary
• Audit payroll reports to ensure time and pay is accurately stated; assist with bi-weekly pay cycle as needed
• Help apply for new state tax accounts as requested
• Support month-end close processes, including reconciliations, accrual management, and journal entries within NetSuite
• Support incentives department with incentive calculations and performance matrix maintenance within incentive management system
• Identify internal control issues and inefficiencies and make recommendations for improvements

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting or equivalent education and experience
• 2 years accounting experience, including reconciliation experience
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Proficiency with electronic accounting tools, including excel and Word
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Excellent organizational skills with a high sense of urgency to meet deadlines

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in NetSuite ERP and Workday HCM or similar software
• CPA preferred, but not required

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Hybrid remote/in office environment

If you are interested in a fast paced, high growth, team oriented and great culture environment, you'll enjoy a career with us!