Topstep · 4 hours ago
Payroll Accountant
United States
Full-time
Remote
Entry, Mid Level
$60K/yr - $80K/yr
2+ years expTopstep is an engaging company that fosters a culture of collaboration. They are seeking a Payroll Accountant responsible for ensuring accurate payroll processing, compliance with regulations, and managing payroll-related reporting and tax compliance.
ConsultingEducationFinancial ServicesStock ExchangesTrading Platform
Responsibilities
Process payroll for multi-state employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance
Maintain payroll records and ensure appropriate documentation is filed and retained
Prepare and reconcile payroll journal entries and general ledger accounts
Manage and reconcile payroll tax filings and ensure timely submissions
Assist with audits, including internal, external, and governmental (e.g., IRS, DOL)
Resolve payroll discrepancies and assist the People team in answering employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and taxes
Support benefits administration related to payroll, such as 401(k) and insurance deductions
Stay up to date with changes in payroll laws and regulations
Collaborate with People and Finance teams for seamless data integration and reporting
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
2–5 years of payroll accounting experience; multi-state payroll experience required
Strong understanding of payroll and tax laws
Strong Proficiency with Paylocity
Proficiency with Power Query, Excel, and NetSuite
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written or oral instructions
Ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations
Ability to solve practical problems via a logical, analytic approach
Knowledge of electronic equipment, intermediate PC skills, knowledge of internet software and proficiency
Familiarity with Google Drive and Google Docs is a must
Computer experience/operation is required
Must have the ability to operate general office equipment
Ability to multitask
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Strong time management and organizational skills
Ability to work under dynamic schedule constraints and consistently meet deliverable timelines
Preferred
Self-starter mindset
Remote work experience
Basic understanding of Google Suite
Benefits
Seven paid Company Holidays and generous Family Leave.
Paid time off is front-loaded.
Competitive 401(k) matching, health, dental, and vision insurance is offered for full time employees
Vacations are encouraged with a bonus for taking 5 consecutive days.
Employee referrals are bonused.
Topstep offers a food and groceries budget and contributes towards health and wellness.
Company
Topstep
Topstep is a financial organization that enables resource traders to develop and learn in the trading industry.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Michael Patak
Founder & CEO
Recent News
2026-01-13
2026-01-12
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