Payroll Accountant

Summary 

The Payroll Accountant is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for employees, and related reporting and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role involves reconciling payroll data, managing payroll-related reporting and tax compliance, and assisting with audits and month-end close activities.

Key Responsibilities 

• Process payroll for multi-state employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain payroll records and ensure appropriate documentation is filed and retained.
• Prepare and reconcile payroll journal entries and general ledger accounts.
• Manage and reconcile payroll tax filings and ensure timely submissions.
• Assist with audits, including internal, external, and governmental (e.g., IRS, DOL).
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and assist the People team in answering employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and taxes.
• Support benefits administration related to payroll, such as 401(k) and insurance deductions.
• Stay up to date with changes in payroll laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with People and Finance teams for seamless data integration and reporting.

Required Qualifications and Key Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2–5 years of payroll accounting experience; multi-state payroll experience required.
• Strong understanding of payroll and tax laws.
• Proficiency with payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Paylocity, Workday, UKG), Excel, and NetSuite.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Preferred Skills   

• Self-starter mindset
• Remote work experience
• Basic understanding of Google Suite

Company Culture & Perks

• Topstep is an engaging working environment which ranges from fully remote to hybrid. We foster a culture of collaboration with cameras on during meetings and a robust Slack environment for communication. 
• 9 Company paid Holidays and generous Family Leave. Paid time off is accrued monthly.
• Competitive 401(k) matching, health, dental, and vision insurance is offered for full time employees 
• Vacations are encouraged with a bonus for taking 5 consecutive days. Employee referrals are bonused. Topstep offers a food and groceries budget and contributes towards health and wellness.

New Hire Base Salary Range

• $60,000-$80,000
• Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
• The compensation offered will take into account internal compensation structure and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

Eligibility & Location Restrictions:
We are currently unable to hire candidates residing in the following state: Montana. If you are located in one of these states, we encourage you to check back in the future for opportunities as our hiring policies may change.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Topstep is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees and applicants are valued. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Interested in the role? Apply today with your resume and cover letter!