Accounting & Payroll Specialist

Accounting & Payroll Specialist The Accounting & Payroll Specialist processes bi-weekly payroll and supports daily accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely employee payment. This role manages payroll deductions, tax filings, accruals, and HRIS functions while assisting with reconciliations, journal entries, accounts payable/receivable, and financial close activities. Full-Time | 40 hours/week Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (hybrid, 1 day a week WFH) Location: Center City Philadelphia Salary: $60,000–$65,000 annually Key Responsibilities Process and validate bi-weekly payroll in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations Manage timesheets, deductions, tax filings, accruals, leave programs, and year-end reporting (W-2/W-2c) Maintain payroll-related HRIS functions and provide training and support to users Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and assist with month-end and year-end close Process AP/AR transactions, including donations and expense reporting Generate payroll and labor reports and support audits and budgeting efforts Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies Maintain confidentiality and accurate financial documentation Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field 5+ years of payroll experience; 2+ years of general ledger accounting CPP certification preferred Proficiency with payroll systems (iSolved preferred), HRIS, and Excel; Sage experience a plus Strong attention to detail, communication, problem-solving, and time-management skills