Senior Payroll Accounting Professional

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title: Senior Payroll Accounting Professional

Location(s): Malvern, PA
(Hybrid: Onsite as needed, increased during audits/year-end)

Role Overview
Seeking a Senior Payroll Accounting Professional to provide temporary support during a high-volume period following a payroll system migration. This role will focus on payroll-to-GL reconciliation, ensuring accurate financial postings, and strengthening process documentation across payroll accounting workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage monthly payroll GL interface activities (~40 hours/month).
• Perform reconciliations and conduct issue research (~80 hours/month).
• Maintain documentation, track issues, and participate in cross-functional meetings (~40 hours/month).
• Review payroll general ledger interfaces across multiple entities (US & Canada).
• Ensure payroll files are accurately posted; resolve discrepancies with Payroll team.
• Prepare and review account reconciliations; investigate and resolve variances.
• Post monthly and quarterly journal entries (accruals, PTO, bonuses, deferred compensation, relocation, etc.).
• Support accounting for 401(k), benefits, taxes, pension, and compensation programs.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure accurate payroll processing.
• Analyze differences between bank activity and GL; ensure timely resolution.
• Prepare P&L and Balance Sheet analytics for month-end close.
• Perform complex financial process analysis to validate controls and improve efficiency
• Support internal and external audit requirements.

• 7+ years of relevant experience in payroll accounting and general accounting.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (CPA preferred but not required).
• Strong expertise in:
  • Payroll accounting (earnings, deductions, taxability).
  • Core accounting principles (GL, debits/credits, financial impact).
• Deep understanding of end-to-end payroll flow: payroll cash GL financial reporting.

• SAP (required).
• Workday (reporting exposure).
• Advanced Excel / Microsoft Office.
• Nice to have: KNIME, MS Access, or other data-processing tools.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Excellent follow-up and research skills.
• Flexibility with hybrid work, especially during audit cycles.

• Interview Process: Panel interview (Hiring Manager + team member).
• Interview Window: Starting around March 30.
• Upcoming ERP cutover (Oct 1) may increase workload.
• No interaction with external payroll vendors.

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.