Sr. Accountant-Payroll

Who is Credible?We are a marketplace where users can compare personalized, prequalified rates and quotes from multiple lenders and carriers, for student loans, mortgages, personal loans, and insurance.We’re challenging the status quo by giving power to the consumer. We believe in a world where ‘ethical’, ‘lending’, and ‘insurance’ can coexist, so we set out to build innovative platforms that actually work for customers. Our mission is to help people find the best loan or insurance policy possible.We believe researching and buying loans or insurance shouldn’t be confusing or complex, so we’ve focused on simplicity. We’ve created the only unbiased loan and insurance buying process out there, which makes finding options straightforward and clear.About the Role:We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Sr. Accountant with Payroll experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting the accounting department during the month-end, preparing General Ledger reconciliations, processing bi-weekly payroll, maintaining accurate employee records in Workday, and supporting HR with benefits-related tasks. This role requires a strong attention to detail, the ability to work under tight deadlines, and a readiness to adapt to changes in a fast-paced environment.ResponsibilitiesA senior GL accountant/payroll professional who will perform accounting and payroll-related tasks include but not limited to:• Prepare and post journal entries for balance sheet and income statement accounts• Prepare reconciliations for GL accounts on a monthly and quarterly basis• Assist with quarterly and yearly audit requests, as well as SOX related requests• Process bi-weekly payroll, ensuring accuracy and completeness• Calculate payroll adjustments and retroactive payments• Ensuring compliance with payroll laws and process• Formulate payroll-related reports for management• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws through tax reporting and paymentsKnowledge of applicable Federal and State laws and regulations pertaining to the payroll process; the principles of payroll procedures, processing, reconciling, and accounting. Ability to comprehend payroll processing and procedures; plan and manage time effectively to meet payroll processing timelines; work independently in all assigned aspects of the computerized payroll processing; set up, compile, verify, and process payroll related data in the WD system; reconcile and transmit files and payments for taxes, deferred compensation and retirement plans, and garnishments; review and analyze payroll reports for issues, and make necessary adjustments; reconcile payroll general ledger accounts and process journal entries to record activity.Education and Certifications• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a similar major is required• A master’s in accounting or MBA is preferred• Must have at least 3 years’ experience in accounting or financeOther SkillsWorkday, Google Suite, and Microsoft OfficeCredible is open to hiring candidates in the following locations: Arizona, California, Florida, Illinois, Kansas, Massachusetts, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, WisconsinPursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay ranges for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location, are listed below. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents.View More Details About Credible BenefitsFor high cost of labor markets such as but not limited to New York City and San Francisco:$80,400—$106,800 USDFor all other US locations:$67,000—$89,000 USDWhy work at Credible?We combine the intelligence, expertise, and confidence of a financial advisor with the approachability and honesty of a friend. In other words, we’re the friend you always wish you had in finance.We are optimistic, challengers, trustworthy, clever, and smart. We are open and transparent. We strive to act as advisors by being friendly, objective, and open in our communication. We use language that is intelligent yet approachable. When appropriate, we’ll drop in a bit of wit to position ourselves as a fresh, reliable voice in the financial world.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.