• General Ledger Payroll Accountant

    ManpowerGroup (Hinsdale, IL)


    General Ledger Accountant, Payroll

    Position Summary:

    The **General Ledger Accountant, Payroll** plays a key role in executing general accounting policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal controls. This role supports **month-end close, general ledger entries, reconciliations, and audit coordination** . The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and experienced in managing payroll and cash-related accounts.

    Key Responsibilities:

    General Ledger & Month-End Close

    + **Record and reconcile general ledger entries related to payroll, cash, and benefits**

    + Prepare journal entries and ensure accurate financial reporting

    + Collaborate cross-functionally to gather data and resolve discrepancies

    + Maintain documentation for monthly, quarterly, and year-end close

    Audit Coordination

    + Support internal and external audits, including SOX compliance

    + Prepare audit schedules and provide requested documentation

    + Ensure timely and accurate responses to audit inquiries

    Process Improvement & Automation

    + Identify inefficiencies in accounting workflows

    + Lead initiatives to automate routine processes

    + Evaluate and implement tools to enhance accuracy and efficiency

    Requirements:

    + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

    + **2+ years of experience in month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations within payroll, cash and benefits**

    + Strong analytical and communication skills

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems; experience with payroll/GL interfaces a plus

     

    Why Join Us?

     

    + Be part of a high-performing team in a stable and growing organization

    + Enjoy a flexible work environment with strong support for career growth

    + Make an impact through process improvement and cross-functional collaboration

     

    ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.