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Payroll & Accounting Professional Payroll & Accounting Professional

Location:

Oklahoma City, OK

Job Type:

Full-Time | On-Site

Salary:

$65,000-$85,000/year A bank in OKC is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll & Accounting Professional to join their team. This position will primarily focus on managing the bi-weekly payroll process while supporting accounting functions related to payroll, employee benefits, and retirement plans. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background and excellent attention to detail. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working with numbers, reconciliations, and financial data and takes pride in ensuring payroll and accounting records are accurate and completed on time. This position will also cross-train with the HR function to provide backup coverage when needed. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working independently while collaborating with HR, accounting, and management. Key Responsibilities Payroll & Accounting Process bi-weekly payroll through Paycom, ensuring payroll is accurate and completed according to established deadlines. Review employee timecards and timesheets and verify supervisor approvals prior to payroll processing. Track vacation and PTO balances and ensure accurate reporting on employee paystubs. Maintain and update PTO accruals for new employees during their initial year of employment. Process employee garnishments and other required payroll deductions. Reconcile payroll deductions and benefit contributions to payroll registers before finalizing payroll. Prepare payroll-related journal entries using Paycom reports. Perform general ledger reconciliations related to payroll, benefits, and other assigned accounts. Review payroll reports for accuracy and maintain organized payroll documentation. Balance and submit employee and employer 401(k) contributions following each payroll cycle. Review and approve monthly ACA reports generated through Paycom. Review quarterly payroll tax documents prepared by Paycom and submit required documentation as needed. Reconcile year-end W-2s and ACA reports and ensure all required approvals are completed by Paycom deadlines. Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies and accounting variances in a timely manner. Benefits & 401(k) Administration Reconcile monthly benefit invoices and verify employee deductions are accurately reflected in payroll records. Assign appropriate general ledger codes to benefit invoices and coordinate with Accounts Payable for processing. Process online payments to benefit vendors as needed. Review 401(k) plan reports and enter new loans or loan payoffs into Paycom as needed. Reconcile 401(k) contributions and assist with resolving discrepancies. HR Cross-Training & up Support Cross-train on key HR processes and procedures to provide coverage when the HR team member is out of the office. Provide backup support for essential HR functions as needed, including new-hire onboarding and maintaining employee information in Paycom. Assist with benefits-related processes and employee questions when HR coverage is needed. Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee, payroll, and financial information. Qualifications Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred. 3+ years of experience in payroll, accounting, or a combination of both. Hands-on experience processing high-volume payroll, preferably for 100+ employees. Experience processing bi-weekly payroll through Paycom. Strong general ledger accounting and reconciliation experience. Experience processing payroll garnishments and other payroll deductions. Experience reconciling payroll, benefits, and 401(k) contributions. Strong understanding of payroll accounting and payroll-related journal entries. Experience working with employee benefits and benefit vendor reconciliations. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience working with formulas and financial data. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience working in a banking or financial institution. Experience with Paycom Payroll and HRIS systems. Experience with payroll tax filings, ACA reporting, and year-end W-2 reconciliation. Experience administering or supporting a 401(k) retirement plan. Experience with benefit invoice reconciliation and vendor management. Experience supporting or partnering with an HR department. Knowledge of payroll accounting and GAAP principles. Benefits Health insurance Paid time off (PTO) Paid Vacation Time 401(k) retirement plan with employer match #IND456