Associate Principal, Accounting Payroll

What You'll Do:
This position is responsible for daily operations surrounding semi-monthly payroll processing and compliance, as well as general accounting functions. Maintains files associated with payroll, HR integration, bank deposits associated with payroll and various vendors related to payroll. Processes employee expense reimbursements and payment processing. Also maintains and records payroll and benefits related transactions, balances ledgers and prepares reports. Special projects as assigned while working under direct supervision of Accounting Management.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily.

• Maintains, reviews and implements updates to payroll policies and procedures for timely and accurate processing of payroll and benefit-related transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.
• Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, leave of absence and changes to pay rates.
• Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports of payroll transactions.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and payroll tax laws and best practices.
• Supports internal/external audits as point of contact for payroll records and other supporting documentation.
• Complete monthly journal entries and reconciliations
• Reviews employee expense reimbursements
• Complete special projects and other assignments, as needed, for the Accounting department

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Qualifications:
The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions.

• [Required] Extensive knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes, 5+ years of experience.
• [Required] Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• [Required] Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• [Required] Ability to work as part of a team and assist in all other areas of accounting department.
• [Required] Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality
• [Required] Ability to work in a professional work environment.
• [Required] Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures of an accounting department.
• [Required] Ability to adhere to department driven deadlines.
• [Required] Must be able to prioritize and coordinate competing priorities.
• [Required] Ability to build strong internal/external customer relationships.

Technical Skills & Background

• [Required] Proficient with Microsoft Office
• [Preferred] At least 3 years of experience with ADP Workforce Now
• [Required] Knowledge of accounting software and reporting applications
• [Preferred] Knowledge of Workday, Oracle and Concur
• [Preferred] Knowledge of Tableau

Certifications

• None Required

Education & Training

• [Required] Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field required.

Who We Are
The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) is the world's largest equity derivatives clearing organization. Founded in 1973, OCC is dedicated to promoting stability and market integrity by delivering clearing and settlement services for options, futures and securities lending transactions. As a Systemically Important Financial Market Utility (SIFMU), OCC operates under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. OCC has more than 100 clearing members and provides central counterparty (CCP) clearing and settlement services to 19 exchanges and trading platforms. More information about OCC is available at www.theocc.com.
What We Offer
A highly collaborative and supportive environment developed to encourage work-life balance and employee wellness. Some of these components include:
A hybrid work environment, up to 2 days per week of remote work
Tuition Reimbursement to support your continued education
Student Loan Repayment Assistance
Technology Stipend allowing you to use the device of your choice to connect to our network while working remotely
Generous PTO and Parental leave
Competitive health benefits including medical, dental and vision
Step 1
When you find a position you're interested in, click the 'Apply' button. Please complete the application and attach your resume.
Step 2
You will receive an email notification to confirm that we've received your application.
Step 3
If you are called in for an interview, a representative from OCC will contact you to set up a date, time, and location.
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OCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer