Payroll Accountant
CFS —Shelton, CT
- $65,000 - $85,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
- Opportunities for advancement
Accounts Payable Specialist
BTX Global Logistics —Shelton, CT
- $50,000 - $52,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
5d
Accounting & Payroll Administrator
CFS —Waterbury, CT
- $52,000 - $62,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Office
- Administrative experience
Accounts Payable Supervisor
CFS —Seymour, CT
- $70,000 - $75,000 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Supervising experience
- Mentoring
- Work from home
Senior Payroll Specialist
CFS —Westport, CT
- $90,000 - $100,000 a year
- 5 years
- Office
- Finance
Bookkeeper
Hooves Hounds &Whiskers —Branford, CT
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- GAAP
- QuickBooks
Quick Apply
2d
Bookkeeper/Administrative Assistant
Suburban partners —North Haven, CT
- $22 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- QuickBooks
- Flexible schedule
Quick Apply
Bookkeeper
Saint Ambrose Parish Corporation —North Branford, CT
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Analysis skills
Bookkeeper - Part Time
West Shore Realty —Milford, CT
- $22 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Office
- Finance
- GAAP
Quick Apply
Part-Time Independent Bookkeeper (IN-PERSON / NOT-REMOTE)
Ganim Law —Stratford, CT
- $28 - $32 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Flexible schedule
Quick Apply
4d
Finance - Payroll Administrator
Town of Cheshire CT —Cheshire, CT
- $33.93 - $41.11 an hour
- Email
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
Accounts Payable Specialist
Richemont —Shelton, CT
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Accounts Payable
Total Mortgage Services LLC —Milford, CT
- Full-time
- Salesforce
- Office
- Finance
Quick Apply
Real Estate Bookkeeper - In-Person/Hybrid
West Shore Realty —Milford, CT
- $23 - $27 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Finance
- QuickBooks
- In-person
- Paid training
Quick Apply
Administrative/Accounting Specialist
Tyler Heating & Air Conditioning —Stratford, CT
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Fuel card
- Paid holidays
12d
Accounts Receivable Analyst
IAB Solutions LLC —Milford, CT
- Full-time
- Background check
- Research
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply
Accounting Clerk
Total Mortgage Services LLC —Milford, CT
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer literacy
- Research
Quick Apply
School Clerk
Oxford Public Schools(CT) —Oxford, CT
- Full-time
- School experience
- Google Workspace
- Research
9d
Outsourced Accounting Senior Associate
CBIZ —New Haven, CT
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Office
Bookkeeper
GBAPP, Inc. —Bridgeport, CT
- $25 - $28 an hour
- Part-time
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Office
- Employee assistance program
- 403(b)
Quick Apply
4d

I want to receive the latest job alert for bookkeeping in west haven ct

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Payroll Accountant

CFS -
Shelton, CT

Apply Now

Job Details

$65,000 - $85,000 a year

Benefits

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

Benefits administration
Accounting systems
Financial close processing
Confidential information handling
Payroll tax
Payroll tax processing
Bachelor's degree in finance
Spreadsheets
Mid-level
3 years
Finance
Analysis skills
Bachelor's degree
Financial records management
Compliance documentation
Industry knowledge of financial regulations
Organizational skills
Closing the books
Payroll reconciliation
Bachelor's degree in accounting
Financial data analysis tools
Regulatory compliance accounting
Accounting
Communication skills
Payroll record maintenance
Internal financial reporting
Audit support
Data analysis software

Full Job Description

Payroll Accountant | Shelton, CT

Target Compensation: 65k - 85k

A growing organization is seeking an experienced Payroll Accountant to join its accounting and finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented Payroll Accountant who enjoys combining payroll processing expertise with general accounting responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

The Payroll Accountant will play a critical role in ensuring accurate payroll processing, maintaining payroll-related financial records, supporting month-end close activities, and ensuring compliance with all applicable payroll regulations.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

Join a collaborative and professional accounting team

Opportunity to blend payroll and accounting responsibilities

High-impact role supporting employees and financial operations

Stable organization with opportunities for growth and advancement

Exposure to payroll, reconciliations, reporting, and financial analysis

Key Responsibilities of the Payroll Accountant

As a Payroll Accountant, you will:

Process weekly, bi-weekly, or semi-monthly payroll accurately and on schedule

Review payroll data for accuracy, including hours worked, deductions, taxes, and benefits

Prepare and record payroll journal entries and related accounting transactions

Reconcile payroll accounts and ensure alignment with the general ledger

Assist with month-end and year-end close activities

Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation

Support payroll tax reporting and regulatory compliance requirements

Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries

Assist with benefit reconciliations, garnishments, and other payroll-related deductions

Prepare payroll reports and analysis for management

Support audits by providing payroll documentation and reconciliations

Collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure accurate employee and payroll data

Preferred Qualifications of the Payroll Accountant

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred

3+ years of experience as a Payroll Accountant or similar payroll/accounting role

Strong understanding of payroll regulations, payroll taxes, and accounting principles

Experience with payroll systems and ERP/accounting software

Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical abilities

Experience with account reconciliations and journal entries

Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism

The Ideal Payroll Accountant Will Be:

Detail-oriented and highly accurate

Strong in both payroll processing and accounting concepts

Organized and able to meet deadlines

Proactive in identifying and resolving issues

A team player with excellent communication skills

Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities

#INAUG2026

Apply Now

Refine Your Search

bookkeeping jobs in west haven ct