Accounting & Payroll Manager

SUMMARY

The Accounting & Payroll Manager oversees all aspects of Accounting and Payroll operations, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant processing. This role is responsible for leading a team, managing systems and processes, and working closely with Finance, HR, and other departments to maintain efficiency and accuracy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for all employees, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Oversee accounts payable processes including invoice processing, vendor management, payment runs, and reconciliations.
• Review and approve payroll entries, journal entries, and reconciliations to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain payroll records, reports, and audits to support financial and compliance requirements.
• Lead, mentor, and develop team members to ensure high performance and professional growth.
• Collaborate with HR on employee data, benefits, and timekeeping integration.
• Implement process improvements and automation to streamline accounting and payroll operations.
• Partner with internal and external auditors during audits and ensure compliance with internal controls.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as required by management.
• Ensure vendors and employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining strong financial controls.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Directly supervises at least two employees.  Ability to inspire, coach, and guide a team toward shared goals. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining; addressing complaints and resolving problems.