Job Description:

The person in this position will work in our Minneapolis office as part of our Corporate Accounting group. This individual plays a primary role in our payroll function for our United States and Canadian operations. An extensive knowledge of payroll and related tax regulations, a desire to provide excellent client service, and accuracy in work output will all be crucial for success in this position.

Specific duties will include

• Processing a bi-weekly payroll using ADP Workforce Now for 900+ employees located in the United States
  
• Processing a bi-weekly payroll using ADP Canada for 30+ employees located in Canada
  
• Working with ADP Tax Filing Services to monitor tax filings completed, submitting adjustments and amendments, and researching and setting up new tax jurisdictions
  
• Coordinating the communication of payroll related information to third parties such as benefit and service providers
  
• Communicating with the Human Resources subunit regarding benefits and personnel-related items
  
• Preparing journal entry transactions to record impact of payroll processing on the general ledger
  
• Participating in the payroll reconciliation process and calculation of the paid time off liabilities
  
• Keeping employee master records updated in accounting system
  
• Processing and maintaining various taxable and non-taxable reimbursements
  
• Assisting with timesheet review and approvals
  
• Developing and maintaining process and procedure documentation
  
• Completing a variety of other, related tasks as requested
  

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Five years of experience directly related to the job responsibilities described above
  
• Experience with ADP and ADP Tax Filing Services or similar payroll service provider
  
• Extensive knowledge of United States payroll rules and regulations
  
• Willingness and ability to work an occasional weekend day to accommodate payroll process and bank holiday schedules
  
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with team members
  
• Strong technical and problem-solving skills
  
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness
  
• A flexible working style and the ability to work independently and with teams
  
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office programs and experience with advanced functions of Excel, such as pivot tables and vlookups
  
• Confidentiality, honesty, and integrity
  
• Superior task management skills, including scheduling, prioritizing, and following-up
  
• Customer service orientation
  
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship
  
• Acceptable driving record
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Two-year degree in accounting, finance, or related field
  
• Experience and knowledge of Canadian payroll rules and regulations
  
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation
  
• Experience with Deltek Vision
  
• Experience with Workday
  
• Work experience in a professional services organization