INFICON · 4 weeks ago
Finance - Payroll Specialist
Syracuse, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$60K/yr - $80K/yr
2+ years expINFICON is a leading provider of innovative instrumentation and software solutions. The Finance - Payroll Specialist position is responsible for managing all payroll activities, general accounting support, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
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Responsibilities
Uses payroll software, inputs payrolls data and prepares weekly payroll processing and any off-cycle payroll processing
Generates payroll related journal entries, reconciles payroll related general ledger accounts and prepares reports/statements related to payroll
Ensures that mandatory and voluntary withholdings and deductions are accurately calculated and reported. Assists with related tax filings, reporting and audits
Assists employees and managers with questions about payroll policies and pay discrepancies
Maintains payroll related files and records
Utilizes Fidelity for various financial transactions including but not limited to, 401K funding, loans, and rate updates
Works closely with People Team (HR dept) to ensure accuracy and timeliness of all changes related to employee payroll, will also interface with third- party payroll related vendors
Utilizes Traverse accounting software to complete all AP functions, including vendor creation, invoice entry and payment processing
Utilizes Traverse accounting software to enter AR invoicing and apply customer payments
Integral to the month end close process. Completes required journal entries, performs account reconciliations, analyzing results and financial reports in Traverse accounting software
Responsible for bank reconciliation, processing of payments and general cash flow management
Supports specific cross functional teams as assigned. Includes reporting and analysis of financial data as well as general guidance for the team
Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and company policies
Assist in external audits by providing requested documentation and explanations
Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in financial operations
Provides various support to Finance department as needed
Qualification
Required
BS in Accounting or related field with 2+ years relevant payroll experience
Or Associates degree with 4+ years of payroll/accounting experience
Proficient in Microsoft Excel including but not limited to pivot tables and advanced formulas
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills
Ability to interface and work with various cross functional teams and work effectively across various levels of the organization
Proficient in payroll software systems such as Workday, UKG, Dayforce
Proficient in US GAAP and other accounting rules/principles
Preferred
Proficiency ERP software systems such as Oracle or SAP highly preferred
Proficiency and experience in manufacturing field highly preferred
Benefits
Profit-sharing bonus with a target of 10%
Flexible work hours
Health and wellness programs
Competitive compensation
Relocation assistance
Discretionary bonus
Major medical
Dental
Health
Vision
401K
Vacation and sick time
Tuition reimbursement
Company
INFICON
INFICON provides world-class instruments for gas analysis, measurement and control.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$41MKey Investors
Bay Partners
2003-09-24Post Ipo Equity· $15M
2002-02-19Post Ipo Equity· $26M
2000-11-09IPO
Leadership Team
Oliver Wyrsch
CEO
Recent News
2025-12-09
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