Payroll Accountant

Carmel Country Club•Charlotte, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Carmel CC currently has a Full-Time opening for a Payroll Accountant. The Payroll Accountant is responsible for processing and reconciling payroll accurately and on time while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role partners closely with HR, Finance and management to maintain payroll records, retirement plans, benefit carrier invoices, resolve discrepancies, support audits and financial reporting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
2–5 years of payroll or accounting experience
Strong knowledge of payroll laws, tax regulations, and accounting principles
Proficiency in HRIS/payroll systems and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality

Nice To Haves

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or similar certification
Experience using ADP Workforce Now
Public accounting or audit experience
Knowledge of 401(k), 457 retirement plans

Responsibilities

Process biweekly payroll for team members, including salaries, hourly wages, bonuses, commissions, and adjustments
Ensure accurate calculation of taxes, benefits, garnishments, and other deductions
Reconcile payroll accounts and prepare payroll journal entries for the general ledger
Maintain and update team member payroll records, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and tax regulations
Prepare and file payroll tax reports (e.g., 941, W-2, W-3, ACA, state filings)
Respond to unemployment wage requests and employment verifications in a professional and timely manner
Liaison between third part administers of 401(k), 457, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA).
Reconcile monthly benefit invoices and ensure timely payment.
Prepare and provide labor reports, payroll budget sheets to department heads, recordkeeping for Paid Time Off (PTO) usage for payroll accuracy.
Provide clear and supportive guidance to team members and management regarding payroll, time keeping and retirement plan questions.
Respond to team members payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies promptly
Support internal and external audits by providing payroll documentation and reports
Assist with month-end and year-end close activities related to payroll
Recommend process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
Various accounting tasks as requested by CFO

Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
401K
Employee Golf and Tennis
Complimentary Meals
Paid time off
Cost-shared medical & prescription benefits
Club paid basic life insurance, long and short-term disability
Dental, vision, life insurance, Health Savings Account
401k with Club match for eligible team members
Daily meals, sodas, and ice cream located in a comfortable, air-conditioned environment inside the clubhouse
Golf and tennis playing privileges
Discounts on items in our Tennis and Golf shops
Training and growth opportunities