Payroll & AP Accountant

Payroll & AP Accountant - Zeeland, Michigan

DISHER is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Payroll & AP Accountant II to join our Finance team. This role is responsible for managing payroll operations, accounts payable processes, and general accounting activities that support our organization. The ideal candidate enjoys balancing technical accounting responsibilities with process improvement initiatives and cross-functional collaboration.

This position is well-suited for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values accuracy, and enjoys supporting both people and business operations through strong financial stewardship.

What it's like to work here:

Make a positive difference! It's why we exist. We are always looking for teammates who are eager to use their diverse set of talents with our customers, coworkers, and communities. We want to leave the world better than we found it.

Enjoy coming to work! 98% of our team says DISHER is a great place to work. It's not just the innovative projects we work on - it's the way we care about each other and cheer each other on. Our positive culture can be seen in our Subject Matter Communities, sport and hobby groups, Friday all-team lunches, and community projects.

Grow with us! Your personal development matters to us. We have a growing team of diverse skill sets, passions, and capabilities who like to share their knowledge through mentoring, subject matter communities, and collaborative project work.

What you will get to do:

• Process and administer full-cycle biweekly payroll, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution
• Prepare and post payroll journal entries, accruals, allocations, and other general ledger activity
• Perform payroll reconciliations, resolve discrepancies, and support month-end and year-end close processes
• Maintain payroll systems and employee financial records, including hires, terminations, and reporting data
• Approve and audit timecards while resolving missing or inaccurate entries
• Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2 and 1099 preparation and filing
• Administer and reconcile employee benefit programs, including 401(k), ESOP, workers’ compensation, bonuses, commissions, royalties, and profit-sharing
• Process accounts payable transactions, including vendor setup, invoice processing, payment execution, credit card management, and check runs
• Responds to vendor inquiries and assists with the research of any discrepancies of vendor invoices and payments.
• Maintain fixed asset records, depreciation schedules, prepaid expenses, and other balance sheet reconciliations as needed.
• Support insurance-related payables, self-funded plan reconciliations, audits, compliance reporting, and internal controls
• Administer internal systems access, maintain financial templates and documentation, and support training grant tracking
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process enhancements and operational efficiencies
• Perform other duties as assigned

What will make you successful:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• 3+ years of progressive experience in payroll, accounting, or finance roles
• Intermediate-level understanding of payroll processing, accounts payable, general ledger accounting, and GAAP standards
• Experience with payroll systems such as Paylocity and other financial platforms
• Strong understanding of payroll reconciliations, journal entries, and financial close processes
• High level of integrity and ability to manage sensitive and confidential information
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across teams
• Process improvement mindset with the ability to identify efficiency opportunities
• Alignment with DISHER’s culture and commitment to continuous growth and teamwork
• Willingness to wear multiple hats, and flex responsibilities as needed