Payroll Accountant (82109)

Centurion is proud to be a leading provider of comprehensive healthcare services to correctional facilities, state hospitals, and community mental health centers nationwide.

We are currently seeking a full- time Payroll Accountant to join our regional office in Springfield, Illinois. 



The Payroll Accountant is responsible for processing, reconciling, and ensuring the accuracy of payroll transactions while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role requires proficiency with automated payroll and timekeeping systems, preferably Paycom, as well as payroll tax laws and financial reconciliation. The Payroll Accountant collaborates with Finance and HR to ensure seamless payroll operations and drive continuous process improvements.

Payroll Processing & Accounting

  • Process multi-state payroll transactions accurately and timely using Paycom software.
  • Ensure payroll compliance with company policies, wage laws, and tax regulations.
  • Reconcile payroll data with the general ledger and financial reports.
  • Validate timekeeping, deductions, benefits, and earnings for accuracy before payroll submission.
  • Manage payroll adjustments, retroactive payments, and off-cycle payrolls.

Payroll Tax & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.
  • Prepare, review, and reconcile payroll tax filings, including 941, W-2, and 1099 reports.
  • Monitor payroll tax law changes and implement necessary adjustments in Paycom.
  • Maintain proper documentation to support payroll tax filings and audits.

Financial Reconciliation & Reporting

  • Prepare payroll journal entries and reconcile payroll-related accounts.
  • Generate and analyze payroll reports for Finance, HR, and leadership.
  • Assist in internal and external audits by providing accurate payroll documentation.
  • Identify payroll trends and recommend areas for cost optimization.


Paycom System Management & Optimization

  • Utilize Paycom software to manage payroll, tax filings, and reporting.
  • Identify and resolve payroll system issues and data inconsistencies.
  • Stay updated on Paycom enhancements and implement best practices for efficiency.
  • Support payroll system integrations with HR and accounting platforms.

Employee Support & Issue Resolution

  • Address payroll discrepancies and resolve employee pay concerns promptly.
  • Serve as the primary payroll point of contact for Finance, HR, and employees.
  • Provide clear guidance on payroll-related policies, benefits deductions, and compliance matters.

Process Improvement & Compliance Monitoring

  • Regularly audit payroll processes to identify inefficiencies and implement improvements.
  • Assist in developing payroll policies, procedures, and contingency plans.
  • Maintain up-to-date payroll records and ensure accurate historical data retention.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
  • FPC or CPP certification preferred.
  • Minimum of 3 years of payroll accounting experience in a mid-to-large-sized organization.
  • Strong experience with Paycom payroll software (processing, reporting, and tax compliance).
  • Knowledge of multi-state payroll tax laws and payroll reconciliation.
  • Experience working with general ledger payroll accounting.
  • Experience processing payroll in a unionized environment and interpreting collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) preferred.
  • Knowledge of union payroll practices, including union dues, wage scales, and contract-specific pay provisions preferred.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in payroll calculations.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and financial analysis).
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines.
  • High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential payroll data.

     

  • We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:

  • Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Generous paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Continuing Education benefits
  • Much more...
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Common Interview Questions And Answers

1. HOW DO YOU PLAN YOUR DAY?

This is what this question poses: When do you focus and start working seriously? What are the hours you work optimally? Are you a night owl? A morning bird? Remote teams can be made up of people working on different shifts and around the world, so you won't necessarily be stuck in the 9-5 schedule if it's not for you...

2. HOW DO YOU USE THE DIFFERENT COMMUNICATION TOOLS IN DIFFERENT SITUATIONS?

When you're working on a remote team, there's no way to chat in the hallway between meetings or catch up on the latest project during an office carpool. Therefore, virtual communication will be absolutely essential to get your work done...

3. WHAT IS "WORKING REMOTE" REALLY FOR YOU?

Many people want to work remotely because of the flexibility it allows. You can work anywhere and at any time of the day...

4. WHAT DO YOU NEED IN YOUR PHYSICAL WORKSPACE TO SUCCEED IN YOUR WORK?

With this question, companies are looking to see what equipment they may need to provide you with and to verify how aware you are of what remote working could mean for you physically and logistically...

5. HOW DO YOU PROCESS INFORMATION?

Several years ago, I was working in a team to plan a big event. My supervisor made us all work as a team before the big day. One of our activities has been to find out how each of us processes information...

6. HOW DO YOU MANAGE THE CALENDAR AND THE PROGRAM? WHICH APPLICATIONS / SYSTEM DO YOU USE?

Or you may receive even more specific questions, such as: What's on your calendar? Do you plan blocks of time to do certain types of work? Do you have an open calendar that everyone can see?...

7. HOW DO YOU ORGANIZE FILES, LINKS, AND TABS ON YOUR COMPUTER?

Just like your schedule, how you track files and other information is very important. After all, everything is digital!...

8. HOW TO PRIORITIZE WORK?

The day I watched Marie Forleo's film separating the important from the urgent, my life changed. Not all remote jobs start fast, but most of them are...

9. HOW DO YOU PREPARE FOR A MEETING AND PREPARE A MEETING? WHAT DO YOU SEE HAPPENING DURING THE MEETING?

Just as communication is essential when working remotely, so is organization. Because you won't have those opportunities in the elevator or a casual conversation in the lunchroom, you should take advantage of the little time you have in a video or phone conference...

10. HOW DO YOU USE TECHNOLOGY ON A DAILY BASIS, IN YOUR WORK AND FOR YOUR PLEASURE?

This is a great question because it shows your comfort level with technology, which is very important for a remote worker because you will be working with technology over time...

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