Payroll Accounting Cover Letter

Payroll Accounting Cover Letter

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What to include in a Cover Letter
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Company Address
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Salutation
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Compelling Details
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Respectful Closing

How to Write the Payroll Accounting Cover Letter

9990 Funk Coves
Gregorymouth, GA 45165-3789
Dear Royal Treutel,

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the payroll accounting position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for support for audit, reconciliation and accounting of the multi-company, multi-state corporate payrolls and general ledger accounts to ensure compliance with corporate policies/procedures and Federal, State and Local tax codes and regulatory requirements.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

  • Prepare monthly international payroll including coordination with local country vendors
  • Review and identification of changes in local country taxes and social charges
  • Prepare management reporting for salary and other compensation expenses
  • Prepare analysis, management reports, and run/prepare reports and analysis for ad-hoc requests
  • Work with payroll software vendor in the implementation of system updates
  • Respond to questions/inquiries related to employee paychecks, management inquiries, accounting and tax requests as needed
  • Support all Quarterly and Annual wage/tax reporting requirements for Domestic and International Payroll
  • Pro-actively assist in the identification and implementation of process improvements

Thank you for taking your time to review my application.

Sincerely,

Story Fahey

Responsibilities for Payroll Accounting Cover Letter

Payroll accounting responsible for accounting with payroll tax information and general ledger posting on a monthly basis.

Experience with maintaining policies, procedures, and internal controls
Experienced in processing payrolls for Benelux and UK
Attention to detail, with strong analytical and numerical skills
Able to cope with working in a fast-paced international environment
A self-starter who used to work both as a team player and independently
Relevant education in Finance or Payroll Administration
Prepare and review of semi-monthly multi-state domestic payroll
Assist in the analysis of domestic taxes and W2 reporting to ensure compliance with regulation

Payroll Accounting Examples

Example #1

Example of Payroll Accounting Cover Letter

3149 Noel Crest
Jackelynstad, TN 22153
Dear Bellamy Schinner,

I am excited to be applying for the position of payroll accounting. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for analysis to business leaders regarding tax and accounting impact as the result of operations and business opportunities.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

  • Work closely with Human Resource, Corporate Accounting, Tax and Traders Compensation departments to ensure coordination of payment and tax information
  • ADP GlobalView
  • Financial systems (Oracle)
  • Excellent knowledge of Payroll processes
  • Previous experience in Payroll accounting (general ledger entries, reconciliations)
  • Previous experience with North America Payroll processes (Canada, US)
  • Intermediate to high proficiency of Excel
  • Experienced in processing payrolls for Germany, Austria and Switzerland

I really appreciate you taking the time to review my application for the position of payroll accounting.

Sincerely,

Tatum Jenkins

Example #2

Example of Payroll Accounting Cover Letter

2258 Stroman Green
Katheyton, ME 62538
Dear Rory Powlowski,

I am excited to be applying for the position of payroll accounting. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for accounting analysis in response to informational requests from corporate tax department for IRS or state audits.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

  • Advanced Payroll experience including timekeeping systems and process, Union implications and tracking, payroll troubleshooting
  • Experience with computerized accounting programs
  • Post qualified accountant – CA, CPA, ACCA, CIMA
  • Prior experience with the accounting for payroll, stock-based compensation and employee benefits preferred
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), with a particular expertise in advanced Microsoft Excel functionalities
  • Knowledge of U.S. withholding tax laws and regulations
  • Strong accounting technical skills (UK GAAP, IFRS) and experience of statutory accounts reviews across a variety of GAAPs
  • A good working knowledge of VAT and payroll compliance

Thank you in advance for reviewing my candidacy for this position.

Sincerely,

Brooklyn Ritchie

Example #3

Example of Payroll Accounting Cover Letter

320 Barrett Crossing
Timothyfurt, AK 56991-6493
Dear Skyler Anderson,

Please consider me for the payroll accounting opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for accounting support for accounts receivable, accounts payable and general ledger functions; assist with research on payroll bank reconciliation and general ledger account reconciliations.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

  • Experienced in processing payrolls for France, Spain, Portugal and Italy
  • Culture fit huge (see Hiring Manager's keys)
  • Understanding of payroll-related laws (IRS wage, labor)
  • Excel All-Star
  • Proficient knowledge of multi-state taxation, garnishment laws, and general payroll compliance
  • Previous work experience in a fast paced team environment is preferred
  • Experience with a broad of range state and local payroll tax compliance preferred
  • Review employees’ time sheets

I really appreciate you taking the time to review my application for the position of payroll accounting.

Sincerely,

Reese Rodriguez

Example #4

Example of Payroll Accounting Cover Letter

162 Drema Bridge
Lake Nevada, AR 78424
Dear Emerson Toy,

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the payroll accounting position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for assistance and guidance with questions regarding payroll information to external accountants and internal departments, such as Tax, Financial Accounting, etc.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

  • Import time cards into payroll systems check amounts for accuracy
  • Review payroll documentation for accuracy and make any needed adjustments
  • Enter payroll into payroll system
  • Ascertain that additional payments such as commissions, overtime hours, benefits and compensation claims are added into the system
  • Prepare weekly, biweekly and weekly payrolls according to each employee’s specifications
  • Maintain files and records pertaining to employee payroll and enter information such as new employees retirements and terminations
  • Assist accounting department in preparing periodic variance analysis and forecasting of biweekly and weekly payroll and related benefits and taxes
  • Maintain business controls and audit trails for payroll transactions

Thank you for taking your time to review my application.

Sincerely,

Tatum Quigley

Example #5

Example of Payroll Accounting Cover Letter

9019 Magaly Cliff
East Yan, TN 81763-0476
Dear Brooklyn Walter,

I am excited to be applying for the position of payroll accounting. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for ad hoc reporting for internal tax and other departments as requested, and perform other general accounting duties as assigned.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

  • Experience working with senior non-finance people within a dynamic, fast changing environment as part of a multi-functional team/project
  • Excellent project management skills, able to work under pressure whilst maintaining accuracy in work and attention to detail
  • Well-developed oral and written communication skills as evidenced by contributing to proposals, planning, and networking
  • Full travel mobility across UK (and, less likely globally) and willingness to work at client sites
  • Demonstrate functional competence maximize effectiveness by ensuring that functional and professional skills are continually upgraded and utilised
  • Demonstrate teamwork - work well with others and take the appropriate action to manage and minimise conflict
  • Communicate effectively - create commitment to action by presenting ideas in a clear, concise manner, listen to others and use different forms of communication as appropriate
  • Innovate - improve results by generating, encouraging, and supporting new ideas

Thank you in advance for reviewing my candidacy for this position.

Sincerely,

Gray Hayes

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