Staff Accountant - Payroll

Staff Accountant - Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Windsor Mill, MD | Hybrid Opportunity

A well-established, mission-driven organization in the Windsor Mill area is seeking a Staff Accountant - Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join its Finance team. This role offers a unique blend of accounting, payroll, benefits administration, and employee support responsibilities, making it ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys both technical and people-focused work.

What You'll Do

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• Process payroll accurately and timely while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
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• Analyze payroll data and assist with process improvements and operational reporting.
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• Prepare and record payroll-related journal entries and maintain proper general ledger coding.
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• Partner with HR and Finance to resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries.
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• Administer employee healthcare, dental, vision, FSA, and retirement benefit programs.
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• Coordinate benefits enrollment, changes, and annual reporting requirements.
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• Serve as the primary liaison with the organization's benefits broker.
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• Ensure compliance with ACA, HIPAA, and other applicable regulations.
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• Support ad hoc accounting and finance projects as needed.
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Qualifications

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• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
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• Experience in payroll processing, benefits administration, and accounting.
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• Strong understanding of payroll accounting and compliance requirements.
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• Experience with ADP and Sage is required.
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• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
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• High level of discretion when handling confidential employee information.
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Why Consider This Opportunity?

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• Meaningful work with an organization focused on making a positive impact.
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• Strong work-life balance with 30+ days of paid time off annually.
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• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one.
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• Employee-only medical insurance provided at no cost.
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• 401(k) with company match.
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• Tuition reimbursement program.
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• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
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If you're a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys payroll, benefits, and employee-focused finance work, we'd love to discuss this confidential opportunity further.

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