Accounting Associate

Accounting & auditing Accounting associate

ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE.

frederick, maryland Posted 4/22/2026 Closes 8/19/2026 Job details Summary Spherion $20.00

• $40.

00 per hour Temp to Perm Various Shifts Available Industry accounting & auditing (Business and Financial Operations Occupations) Reference number S_174916 Looking for experienced accountants, payroll specialists, bookkeepers and tax professionals!

Responsibilities:

High-Volume Payroll:

Execute and audit bi-weekly payroll for a staff of 500+ employees, ensuring total accuracy in tax withholdings, garnishments, and benefits deductions.

Full-Cycle Accounting:

Manage daily Accounts Payable (A/P) and Accounts Receivable (A/R), ensuring vendors are paid and revenue is captured promptly.

General Ledger Management:

Maintain a pristine General Ledger (GL), performing regular reconciliations and supporting the month-end/year-end close process.

Compliance & Reporting:

Ensure all financial and payroll activities meet federal, state, and local regulations for a large-headcount organization.

Working hours:

Various Shifts Available Skills:

• Experience maintaining and auditing a General Ledger (GL) for accuracy.
• Experience leading or supporting internal payroll audits.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience preparing tax returns for S-Corps, C-Corps, Small businesses and individuals.
• Experience with multi-state payroll, garnishments, and benefits deductions. ...
• CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification).
• Proven track record of managing financial or payroll data for organizations with 500+ employees.

Education:

High School Experience:

1-4 years

Qualifications:

• Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Quickbooks Online
• ADP Workforce Now and/or and/or UKG Pro/Ready
• Excel
• Understanding the full accounting cycle, specifically high-volume Accounts Payable (A/P) and Accounts Receivable (A/R).

Do you enjoy the "puzzle" of a balanced ledger and the impact of an error-free payroll run? If so, apply today! Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). Show more key responsibilities

High-Volume Payroll:

Execute and audit bi-weekly payroll for a staff of 500+ employees, ensuring total accuracy in tax withholdings, garnishments, and benefits deductions.

Full-Cycle Accounting:

Manage daily Accounts Payable (A/P) and Accounts Receivable (A/R), ensuring vendors are paid and revenue is captured promptly.

General Ledger Management:

Maintain a pristine General Ledger (GL), performing regular reconciliations and supporting the month-end/year-end close process.

Compliance & Reporting:

Ensure all financial and payroll activities meet federal, state, and local regulations for a large-headcount organization. experience 1-4 years skills

• Experience maintaining and auditing a General Ledger (GL) for accuracy
• Experience leading or supporting internal payroll audits
• 3+ years of hands-on experience preparing tax returns for S-Corps, C-Corps, Small businesses and individuals
• Experience with multi-state payroll, garnishments, and benefits deductions
• CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification)
• Proven track record of managing financial or payroll data for organizations with 500+ employees. qualifications
• Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Quickbooks Online-ADP Workforce Now and/or and/or UKG Pro/Ready-Excel
• Understanding the full accounting cycle, specifically high-volume Accounts Payable (A/P) and Accounts Receivable (A/R).

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