Payroll Specialist

Senior AccountantAt Bowers Accountants & Advisors, powered by CURRENT, we believe that great business decisions are powered by understanding the numbers behind the business. Our Client Accounting and Advisory services (CAAS) are built to provide modern, dynamic solutions for businesses that want to thrive. As a proud member of the AICPA's G400, we have moved to the Top 200 Firms nationwide, earning the No.

165 ranking inside Public Accounting's (IPA) 2026 IPA 500 list. We maintain a robust reputation grounded in integrity. As a forward-thinking, not-your-typical CPA firm, we have offices in Syracuse, Rochester, Watertown, and Ithaca, New York.Client Accounting and Advisory Services (CAAS) offers outsourced accounting services, including full-service CFO Advisory Services; controller, bookkeeping, vendor bill processing and payment, customer invoicing, payroll processing and tax reporting, and sales tax preparation.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's focused on delivering practical, high-impact solutions, we'd love to talk to you. Here, you'll collaborate with innovative thinkers and help businesses make the most of their financial and accounting opportunities. In this role, you will be a member of our CAAS group accountable for providing Senior Accountant-level accounting services, including processing payables and receivables, and various other accounting operations for assigned clients.Bowers is unable to hire candidates with any current or requests for future sponsorships.Requirements:Associate's degree in Accounting or equivalent years of relevant work experiencePayroll experience - payroll processing, tax, and RegulationsSelf-starter and willingness to learnAble to multitaskProficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel)Excellent attention to detailSolid interpersonal and communication skillsExcellent organizational/time management skillsQualifications:Process payroll for a designated group of clients accurately and on timeEnsure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulationsHandle payroll inquiries from clients in a professional and timely mannerReconcile payroll-related accountsAssist with payroll audits and any related documentation as neededStay updated on payroll best practices and industry changes to ensure compliancePay range: $22.00-$26.00/hourBenefits: We offer tremendous growth and development opportunities, flexible work schedules, and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Long-Term Disability, 401k, Paid Time Off, Volunteer Time Off, Work-Life Balance Culture, and More!