Payroll Accountant in Des Moines Area
As a Payroll Accountant, you will collaborate with business units to ensure weekly timecards are submitted correctly. You will be responsible for accurately preparing, computing, inputting, and processing payroll for hourly employees, including both union and non-union employees. You will also update employee records as requested, ensuring proper approvals are obtained for all employee transactions.
Responsibilities :
- Prepare and distribute payroll checks, and arrange for checks to be mailed as necessary.
- Ensure union payroll matters comply by verifying rates, titles, benefits, deductions, and monthly reports for accuracy.
- Maintain hourly personnel payroll records.
- Coordinate unemployment compensation claims with a third-party administrator.
- Complete verification of employment.
- Prepare and validate payroll reports.
- Test and evaluate updates in the computer system-operating environment to ensure accuracy.
- Identify, recommend, and implement process changes to improve payroll efficiency.
- Stay informed about changing government regulations regarding payroll.
Essential Skills :
Proficiency in payroll processing, data entry, check processing, payroll tax, general ledger, journal entry, and payroll accounting.2+ years of payroll experience.Proficient in 10-key and Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.Additional Skills & Qualifications :
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) is desirable, or willingness to obtain.Work Environment :
This position offers a flexible work environment with the opportunity to work three days in the office and two days from home, contingent upon solid performance and after six months of employment.
Pay and Benefits :
The pay range for this position is $28.84 - $29.81 / hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :
Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace Type :
This is a hybrid position in Des Moines, IA.
Application Deadline :
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2025.