COLSA Corporation is seeking an Entry Level Payroll Accountant to join our Corporate Accounting Team in Huntsville, AL!
This role will include
- Reviewing timecards for compliance with company policy, federal/state regulations and processing payroll to include analyzing and reconciling payroll records.
- Calculating and processing voluntary deductions and involuntary deductions such as levies and garnishments while ensuring compliance of state/federal requirements.
- Preparing month end journal entries.
- Assist with year-end requirements such as W-2 processing.
- Assisting higher level accountants with accounting assignments
- Must pay exceptional attention to detail, maintain accurate/detailed financial records and be highly organized.
- Must be able to work successfully and meet deadlines under pressure, and effectively prioritize and manage time and workload.
- Periodic overtime (evenings and weekends), as necessary, is required for this position.
_At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Family of Professionals!” Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefitshere. _
Required Skills
Required Experience
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration or related field
- Proficient knowledge of desktop applications including word processing and Excel
- US Citizenship required; Must be able to successfully undergo a criminal background investigation
- Must be capable of maintaining strict confidentiality of sensitive employee and company information at all times
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
Preferred Qualifications
- Major in Accounting highly desired
- Experience in using Deltek, Time and Expense, or similarly current accounting programs
- Prior related experience
Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.