Payroll Specialist

At Bowers Accountants & Advisors powered by CURRENT we believe that great business decisions are powered by understanding the numbers behind the business Our Client Accounting and Advisory services CAAS are built to provide modern dynamic solutions for businesses that want to thrive As a proud member of the AICPAs G400 we have moved to the Top 200 Firms nationwide earning the No 165 ranking inside Public Accountings IPA 2026 IPA 500 list We maintain a robust reputation grounded in integrity As a forward thinking not your typical CPA firm we have offices in Syracuse Rochester Watertown and Ithaca New York Job Summary Client Accounting and Advisory Services CAAS offers outsourced accounting services including full service CFO Advisory Services; controller bookkeeping vendor bill processing and payment customer invoicing payroll processing and tax reporting and sales tax preparation If youre ready to be part of a team thats focused on delivering practical high impact solutions wed love to talk to you Here youll collaborate with innovative thinkers and help businesses make the most of their financial and accounting opportunities In this role you will be a member of our CAAS group accountable for providing Senior Accountant level accounting services including processing payables and receivables and various other accounting operations for assigned clients Bowers is unable to hire candidates with any current or requests for future sponsorships Requirements Associates degree in Accounting or equivalent years of relevant work experience Payroll experience payroll processing tax and Regulations Self starter and willingness to learn Able to multitask Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite Excel Excellent attention to detail Solid interpersonal and communication skills Excellent organizationaltime management skills Qualifications Process payroll for a designated group of clients accurately and on time Ensure compliance with all federal state and local payroll laws and regulations Handle payroll inquiries from clients in a professional and timely manner Reconcile payroll related accounts Assist with payroll audits and any related documentation as needed Stay updated on payroll best practices and industry changes to ensure compliance Pay range 2200 2600hour Benefits We offer tremendous growth and development opportunities flexible work schedules and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including Health Dental Vision Life Long Term Disability 401k Paid Time Off Volunteer Time Off Work Life Balance Culture and More