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About The Role

The Accountant III, Payroll is responsible for the accurate and timely execution of all payroll-related activities, including, but not limited to, payroll processing, payroll tax compliance, employee benefits and 401(k) administration. This role requires strong attention to detail, regulatory knowledge, and the ability to collaborate across departments.

In addition to core payroll responsibilities, this position may provide support in other accounting functions such as Accounts Payable, cash reconciliations, and participation in special projects as needed.

About The Work

Payroll Processing & Compliance

• Process biweekly payroll accurately and on schedule
• Validate payroll data including hours worked, earnings, deductions, and adjustments
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, garnishments and other mandates
• Maintain payroll records and documentation in accordance with company policy and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with PeOps, Managers and employees to research and resolve payroll discrepancies in a timely manner

Payroll Taxes

• Monitor automated payroll tax remittance for issues, research and resolve issues as necessary
• Prepare and review quarterly and annual payroll filings, tax or other filings
• Support year-end reporting including W-2 processing and related reconciliations
• Respond to tax notices and coordinate resolutions with agencies as needed

Benefits & 401(k) Administration

• Administer payroll-related benefit deductions and employer contributions
• Reconcile benefit invoices to payroll records
• Identify and support resolution of benefits discrepancies in a timely manner
• Coordinate 401(k) eligibility, contributions, and remittances
• Assist with audits, nondiscrimination testing, and annual reporting requirements

Accounting & Reconciliations

• Prepare payroll journal entries
• Reconcile subledger to general ledger monthly
• Reconcile payroll-related balance sheet accounts
• Support month-end and year-end close processes

Cross-Functional Support

• Provide backup and/or support for Accounts Payable processing
• Manage daily/weekly/monthly cash reconciliation activities
• Support process improvements, audits, and other special projects
• Collaborate with PeOps, Finance, internal and external customers

About You

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2–4 years of progressive payroll experience required
• 1+ years of general accounting experience a plus
• Experience processing multi-state payroll preferred
• Authorization to work in the USA

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong understanding of payroll regulations, taxes, and compliance requirements
• Sound knowledge of benefits and 401(k) administration processes
• Adept in payroll and accounting systems, experience with Rippling and PCS (401K) a plus
• Proficient in Excel and/or Google Sheets
• High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

This is a hybrid role based out of our Pittsburgh, PA office.

The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Agility Robotics is a multi-state employer and this salary range may not reflect positions who work in other locations. These ranges may be modified in the future.