Staff Accountant I – Payroll

Burlington Helping Burlington

. Perform monthly close, workpapers and analysis for financial accounting .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeUnited StatesJunior💰 $50,000 - $65,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial accounting processes, including monthly close, journal entries, and variance analysis. Proficient in payroll accounting and skilled in using financial software such as Workday and ADP SmartCompliance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor’s Degree In Finance Or AccountingPayroll/Accounting ExperienceProficient In Microsoft Office, Especially ExcelKnowledge Of Accounting/Payroll ProcessesStrong Analysis And Audit Skills

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Hard Skills

Financial AccountingJournal EntriesVariance AnalysisAccrual CalculationsReconciliationData AnalysisForecastingPayroll ProcessingAudit SupportDatabase Management

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailTime ManagementEffective CommunicationProblem-SolvingAbility To Work Independently

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayADP SmartComplianceMicrosoft ExcelPower BIFinancial Software

Industry Keywords

Payroll AccountingInternal ControlsVariance ExplanationsTax ReportingFinancial Reporting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform monthly close, workpapers and analysis for financial accounting
Prepare journal entries and accrual calculations
Develop schedules and reports for variance analysis
Investigate variances and analyze drivers
Identify errors and trends in accounting data to improve accuracy, timeliness and data flow
Partner with FP&A to determine plan and forecast calculations
Analyze and review forecast-to-actual results at the consolidated level
Prepare summarized variance explanations
Reconcile third-party tax reports with payroll tax summary reports
Support monthly, quarterly and year-end reporting, including W-2 distribution
Maintain documentation of payroll elections, exemptions and reciprocity rules
Create and monitor pre- and post-payroll reports for internal and external review
Format files for consistency and audit daily reports
Provide findings to management
Create and maintain supporting databases
Assist the Senior Accountant with internal and external audit requests
Assist with routine and ad hoc reporting and administrative tasks

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting
1-2 years of payroll/accounting experience
Proficient or Advanced in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Proficient in Workday and ADP SmartCompliance
Knowledge of accounting/payroll processes, procedures and internal controls
Strong analysis, research and audit skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Strong time management and ability to prioritize multiple tasks
Ability to manage vendor transactions professionally and efficiently
Clear and effective communication with internal management and team members
Ability to work independently
Problem-solving ability and ability to analyze alternatives
Power BI experience a plus
Adaptive financial software experience a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive wages
Flexible hours
Associate discount
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
401(k) plan
Training and development opportunities