What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Payroll Accountant position at CNA?
JOB DESCRIPTION AND / OR DUTIES
Responsible for the timely and accurate biweekly payroll processing of all employee wages and tax related withholdings for subsequent payments to Federal, State and Local jurisdictions according to defined timelines. Annual W-2 reporting to employees and balancing reports to support all required agencies filings is included in this responsibility.
Responsible for accuracy of payroll records and processing including, but is not limited to ensuring appropriate PTO accruals, wage garnishments, overtime calculations, direct deposit enrollments, and employee wage allowances.
Ensure that the Dayforce and Costpoint systems are in agreement.
Actively monitors regulations and ensures CNA is compliant with all federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations and advises management on actions needed to ensure compliance with those guidelines.
Contribute to the development of new methods regarding the payroll and labor functional areas of CFO.
Maintain Dayforce reports, pension reports, quarterly tax filings and other quarterly reports for reconciliation by compiling summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability, and nontaxable wages.
Provide support for internal and external audits including Government compliance audits.
Provide customers service to all requests involving payroll related matters.
Perform other duties as assigned.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education: Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience required. Certified Payroll Professional or Fundamental Payroll Professional preferred.
Experience: Minimum 5 years payroll experience with an automated payroll/human resource system and payroll processing. Experience with Dayforce and Costpoint preferred.
Skills: Strong analytical skills with a strong attention to detail and accuracy. Strong computer skills with proficiency in Excel. Excellent administrative and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Effective oral and written communication. Excellent customer service skills with the ability to effectively communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization.
Hybrid Work Eligibility: This position is eligible for hybrid work arrangements at the discretion of the Supervisor. Employees may be required to work at CNA headquarters or other work locations resulting in changes to the scheduled hybrid work arrangements.
Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.
