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3778 results for Payroll Accountant jobs

Payroll Accountant
  • Lakeside, CA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 33.00 - 39.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a skilled Payroll Accountant to join our team in Lakeside, California. This position offers an exciting opportunity to manage payroll processes for government employees and members, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all aspects of payroll accounting. This is a Contract to permanent position, providing the potential for long-term growth within a collaborative and detail-oriented environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Handle full-cycle payroll processes, including preparation, reconciliation, and filing of payroll taxes.</p><p>• Manage and review employee timecards and timesheets for accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Oversee payroll for members, including monthly distributions and bonuses.</p><p>• Process deductions for home and consumer loans, ensuring correct adjustments are made.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to ensure payroll systems run smoothly and address any discrepancies.</p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Great Plains and Excel to maintain payroll records and generate reports.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with government regulations and policies.</p><p>• Assist with training for part-time employees transitioning to permanent positions.</p><p>• Provide support in grant accounting and general accounting tasks as needed.</p><p>• Maintain a detail-oriented approach and foster a positive team environment while adapting to diverse personalities.</p>
  • 2026-02-02T23:13:38Z
Payroll Accountant
  • New York, NY
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 27.71 - 32.09 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Payroll Accountant to join our team in New York, New York. This is a long-term contract position ideal for a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in payroll accounting and reconciliation. The role requires expertise in manual payroll processing and the ability to manage multi-state payroll operations effectively.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process full-cycle payroll operations accurately and on time.<br>• Manage multi-state payroll functions, ensuring compliance with local regulations.<br>• Perform payroll reconciliations to verify and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Utilize manual processes to support payroll operations when necessary.<br>• Collaborate with accounting teams to align payroll data with financial records.<br>• Work with systems such as Workday and NetSuite to maintain and process payroll information.<br>• Generate detailed reports and analyses to support payroll audits.<br>• Ensure adherence to company policies and federal/state guidelines.<br>• Provide support and guidance for payroll-related inquiries.<br>• Maintain confidentiality and security of sensitive payroll information.
  • 2026-02-10T19:28:41Z
Payroll Accountant
  • Somerville, MA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 27.00 - 32.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A mission-driven nonprofit organization in Somerville is seeking a <strong>Contract Accountant</strong> with strong <strong>payroll experience</strong> to support their finance team. This is a <strong>hybrid</strong> role offering flexibility, meaningful work, and the opportunity to make an impact in the community.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and on time</li><li>Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal/state regulations</li><li>Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries</li><li>Support month-end close tasks, including reconciliations and journal entries</li><li>Prepare financial reports and assist with audit-related documentation</li><li>Collaborate with internal departments to ensure accurate financial data</li></ul>
  • 2026-02-11T16:14:20Z
Payroll Accountant
  • Foster City, CA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 36.00 - 43.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Payroll and Accounting Contract Opportunity</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We are hiring skilled contractors interested in supporting a dynamic organization’s payroll and finance team. This role offers a chance to contribute to daily operations while streamlining payroll processes and ensuring financial accuracy. This role is hybrid (3-4 days onsite) with some possibilities of 5 days per week during the close cycle. Our client is growing in the Artificial Intelligence (AI) space and is growing their client book. Apply today!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage semi-monthly payroll cycles for U.S. staff using ADP workforce now</li><li>Validate employee deductions for 401(k), HSA, and FSA programs each pay period.</li><li>Complete payroll reconciliations for general ledger accounts, including paid time off, bonuses, accruals, liabilities, and benefit expenses as part of monthly closing.</li><li>Record and reconcile payroll entries in NetSuite.</li><li>Handle quarterly equity grants for employees and process share exercises, ensuring accurate tax withholdings for reporting.</li><li>Work alongside accounts payable to verify vendor invoices in NetSuite and employee spending reports in Expensify.</li><li>Maintain working knowledge of state and federal tax regulations covering wages, garnishments, benefits, leaves of absence, retirement accounts, and relocation aid.</li><li>Address any payroll tax correspondence and inquiries.</li><li>Facilitate registration for tax and unemployment insurance in new states when needed.</li><li>Audit quarterly and annual payroll tax submissions generated by ADP.</li><li>Assist auditors with requests tied to payroll and accounting duties during annual review.</li><li>Tackle special projects as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-02-18T01:28:42Z
Payroll Accountant
  • Blue Ash, OH
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 58000.00 - 62000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Accountant for a role in Blue Ash, OH. </p><p><br></p><p>Join our team as a Payroll Accountant supporting a leading Shared Services Consulting practice. This role is mission-critical to ensure daily tax wire document accuracy and regulatory compliance for all client payroll and information return transactions. You will leverage both manual processes and automation (Alteryx) to deliver high-quality payroll operations under tight deadlines.</p><p>Job Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Oversee and ensure precise daily calculations and deposits for tax wires related to information returns, including 1099, 1098, W-2, 5498, and 1042-S forms.</li><li>Pull, validate, and reconcile accounting/ERP data required for daily tax wire documentation.</li><li>Manage and execute manual daily tax wire processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion in a high-volume environment.</li><li>Drive process improvement by redesigning workflow steps and participating in testing and implementation of Alteryx automation solutions.</li><li>Perform and review reconciliations, identifying and correcting errors and adjustments efficiently while meeting strict deadlines.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies and support ongoing process improvement.</li><li>Maintain documentation of process flows and error correction methodologies to support audit and compliance requirements.</li></ul><p>Qualifications:</p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.</li><li>Strong technical skills in ERP/accounting systems, with experience reconciling large data sets.</li><li>Demonstrated expertise in payroll tax compliance and information return processing.</li><li>Process improvement mindset and proficiency with automation tools (Alteryx strongly preferred).</li><li>Ability to manage workload under tight deadlines and adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment.</li><li>Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.</li></ul><p>This role offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to advance your payroll and process automation expertise within a collaborative consulting environment.</p><p>Ready to connect with skilled talent? Contact our team today to start your hiring process.</p>
  • 2026-02-11T13:48:41Z
Payroll Accountant
  • New Cumberland, PA
  • remote
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 28.00 - 32.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Mid-sized professional services business in the New Cumberland area is seeking a detail‑oriented <strong>Payroll Accountant</strong> to join their accounting team and support accurate, compliant payroll operations while assisting with general accounting functions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why Work Here</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Stable, long‑standing company with supportive leadership.</li><li>Growth opportunities within the accounting/finance team.</li><li>Great work–life balance and a collaborative environment.</li><li>Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and onsite perks.</li><li>A culture that values accuracy, teamwork, and continuous improvement.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Process weekly/biweekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, employee files, tax documentation, and system data.</li><li>Reconcile payroll accounts and prepare payroll-related journal entries.</li><li>Handle wage garnishments, deductions, and benefit-related payroll transactions.</li><li>Assist with month-end close activities, including payroll accruals and reporting.</li><li>Collaborate with HR on onboarding, employee changes, and policy compliance.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries with a professional, customer‑service mindset.</li><li>Support audits, tax filings, and compliance reporting as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-02-20T08:04:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Minnetonka, MN
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 85000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Minnetonka, Minnesota. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in managing payroll-related accounting functions and ensuring the accuracy of financial records. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with various departments to enhance processes and support critical financial operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate the month-end close process, including recording journal entries, maintaining detailed checklists, and troubleshooting issues in collaboration with business partners.<br>• Prepare and process payroll transactions into the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and compliance.<br>• Manage the Payroll-to-General Ledger mapping process by designing new mappings and maintaining existing models.<br>• Develop expertise in payroll systems to resolve accounting issues and support account reconciliations.<br>• Perform reconciliations for payroll-related balance sheet accounts such as wages, taxes, benefits, and deductions, while providing detailed variance analyses.<br>• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between payroll records, bank accounts, and the general ledger, working closely with the bank reconciliation team.<br>• Document comprehensive accounting processes for payroll and benefits, including AP invoices, check requests, treasury actions, and manual journal entries.<br>• Partner with HR and payroll teams to identify and implement process improvements.<br>• Assist with audits by preparing payroll-related reports and providing necessary documentation.<br>• Analyze data to identify trends and deliver insights for strategic planning and reviews.
  • 2026-01-23T22:58:53Z
Staff Accountant
  • Louisville, KY
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 55000.00 - 65000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Job Title: Staff Accountant / Accounting Specialist</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Louisville, KY | <strong>Type:</strong> Onsite</p><p><strong>Compensation:</strong> $55K-$65K </p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>We’re seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional to support <strong>month-end close, reconciliations, and general ledger activities</strong> across multiple entities. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support month-end close by preparing journal entries (accruals, prepaids, payroll allocations), maintaining schedules, and completing timely balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Assist with payroll accounting, general ledger maintenance, intercompany activity, and bank/credit card reconciliations across multiple entities.</li><li>Provide backup support for AP/AR functions, fixed asset maintenance, and depreciation schedules.</li><li>Perform basic financial analyses and ad hoc reporting while leveraging systems such as Sage, Excel, and timekeeping/payroll tools.</li><li>Deliver responsive support to internal stakeholders and assist with light training on accounting procedures as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-02-09T21:43:42Z
Payroll Manager
  • Kennett Square, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • - USD / Yearly
  • <p>Successful manufacturer seeks a detail-oriented, Payroll Manager with a strong background in payroll procedures, compliance, and systems management. The ideal Payroll Manager must have experience processing a high level of biweekly, submitting payroll taxes, maintaining payroll management systems, resolving payroll discrepancies, distributing pay checks, managing the payroll team, and experience complying with state regulations and labor laws. As the Payroll Manager you will ensure effective use of plans and positive employee relations while overseeing the payroll process for the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Primary Duties</p><p>·      Oversee payroll payments both electronic and paper</p><p>·      Record payroll transactions</p><p>·      Process financial disbursements and deductions</p><p>·      Provide management with payroll reports</p><p>·      Assist with timesheet and payment inquiries</p><p>·      Review and compute wages</p><p>·      Maintain and update employee records</p><p>·      Assist with payroll tax inquiries</p><p>·      Coordinate and schedule trainings and seminars</p><p>·      Recommend areas of improvement</p><p>·      Ad-hoc payroll projects</p><p>·      Support other functions as assigned</p>
  • 2026-01-27T16:48:51Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Wheaton, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 80000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $80,000-85,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities </u></strong></p><p>The Payroll Administrator is responsible for assisting the Payroll Operations Manager with all aspects of payroll for First Trust Portfolios and their domestic and international affiliates.<strong>                                   </strong></p><ul><li>Assist in processing the full payroll cycle for all entities including data input, transmission, auditing, reporting, balancing, and reconciliation.</li><li>Prepare regular reports such as quarterly 401k matching, benefit billing summaries, and overtime</li><li>Manage state-specific tax/insurance reporting and billing.</li><li>Partner with internal Tax and Accounting departments for payroll account and G/L reconciliations, and regular reporting</li><li>Provide information to third-parties including vendors and audit teams</li><li>Answer manager and employee questions, and resolve payroll issues</li><li>Maintain employee payroll files</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p>
  • 2026-02-04T17:21:55Z
Payroll Manager
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • - USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to join an organization on a contract to hire basis in Pittsburgh, PA. In this contract role, you will oversee and optimize payroll processes while ensuring compliance and accuracy for faculty, staff, and student workers. This position offers an opportunity to lead a collaborative team and contribute to operational excellence within the payroll function.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage comprehensive payroll operations for bi-weekly and monthly cycles, ensuring accuracy for all employees</p><p>• Lead and mentor a team of payroll professionals, fostering a positive and high-performing work environment.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations, as well as organizational policies and industry best practices.</p><p>• Oversee payroll reporting, audits, and reconciliations to maintain accurate records for internal and external use.</p><p>• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and IT teams to streamline payroll processes and address discrepancies.</p><p>• Evaluate and enhance payroll systems and software to improve efficiency and reliability.</p><p>• Provide training and guidance to university departments regarding payroll procedures and regulatory updates.</p><p>• Support compensation planning, budgeting efforts, and special payroll-related projects as needed.</p>
  • 2026-02-18T13:48:42Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 70000.00 - 80000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join our team in Santa Clarita, California. This role is ideal for someone with experience in payroll, accounts payable, and general accounting functions within the construction industry. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate payroll processing, vendor payments, and financial recordkeeping.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process weekly payroll for over 200 employees across multiple job sites, including managing final checks, corrections, replacements, and adjustments.<br>• Maintain and update payroll systems with employee information, pay adjustments, deductions, and benefits.<br>• Manage full-cycle accounts payable, including vendor setup, invoice coding, payment scheduling, and issuing checks.<br>• Record daily cash receipts, prepare deposits, and reconcile invoice logs with the accounting system.<br>• Generate and distribute weekly and monthly invoices to clients, ensuring accuracy and adherence to contract terms.<br>• Monitor accounts receivable, proactively following up on payments and preparing aged reports to track outstanding balances.<br>• Prepare and obtain approvals for conditional and unconditional lien waivers, ensuring compliance with payment processes.<br>• Assist with general accounting tasks such as bank reconciliations, customer and job setups, and maintaining accurate documentation of procedures.<br>• Participate in departmental meetings and collaborate with the Accounting Manager to support reporting and project requests.<br>• Provide backup support for payroll-related functions such as direct deposit stubs and expense report processing.
  • 2026-02-17T20:04:02Z
Job Information Human Resource Payroll Manager
  • Nashville, TN
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • - USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Human Resource Payroll Manager to join our team in Nashville, Tennessee. In this role, you will lead payroll operations and HR functions, ensuring compliance with regulations and the seamless execution of financial and administrative processes. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to the improvement of payroll and HR systems.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee payroll operations, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulatory requirements.<br>• Manage HR administration, including hiring processes, employee records, and compliance with company policies.<br>• Conduct financial reconciliations and audits to maintain data integrity and compliance.<br>• Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance payroll systems through integration and automation.<br>• Analyze payroll data and generate KPI reports to support decision-making.<br>• Ensure compliance with tax accounting regulations and oversee related payroll functions.<br>• Lead process improvement initiatives to streamline HR and payroll workflows.<br>• Provide leadership and guidance to the HR and payroll team, fostering a culture of excellence.<br>• Develop and implement company policies related to payroll and HR functions.<br>• Act as a liaison between finance and HR teams to ensure seamless operation and communication.
  • 2026-02-10T19:18:40Z
Payroll Manager
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 85000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>We are conducting a confidential search for an experienced <strong>Payroll Manager</strong> to oversee payroll operations across a <strong>multi‑state, multi‑site manufacturing organization</strong>. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in payroll administration, compliance, and process optimization, along with the maturity to manage sensitive employee information and navigate a complex, high‑volume environment.</p><p>This role is critical to ensuring accurate, timely payroll processing for both hourly and salaried employees across multiple facilities.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Payroll Operations & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Manage end‑to‑end payroll processing for multiple manufacturing locations across different states.</li><li>Maintain strict compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour regulations.</li><li>Oversee time and attendance integrations (including shift‑work, overtime rules, and incentive pay).</li><li>Ensure accurate calculation of earnings, deductions, garnishments, bonuses, and shift premiums.</li><li>Prepare and reconcile payroll‑related reports, audits, and filings (e.g., W‑2s, quarterly tax submissions).</li></ul><p><strong>Systems & Process Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Lead ongoing improvement of payroll systems, workflows, automation, and accuracy.</li><li>Partner with HR, Finance, and Plant Leadership to align payroll data, scheduling, and reporting needs.</li><li>Troubleshoot system issues and collaborate with vendors to resolve discrepancies.</li></ul><p><strong>Employee Support & Confidentiality</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as the subject matter expert for payroll inquiries while maintaining strict confidentiality.</li><li>Provide guidance on pay policies, timekeeping expectations, and payroll compliance.</li><li>Handle escalated payroll corrections with professionalism and urgency.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership & Cross‑Functional Collaboration</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise payroll staff (if applicable) and ensure team alignment with company service standards.</li><li>Collaborate with HRIS, Accounting, and Operations to ensure accurate data flow between systems.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-02-10T16:28:39Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 100000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join our team in Walnut Creek, California. In this role, you will oversee complex payroll processes for a multi-state workforce, ensuring compliance with all legal and organizational standards. This position offers an opportunity to mentor staff, optimize payroll systems, and collaborate across departments in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and process bi-weekly payroll for employees and partners across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Review and approve payroll transactions, including new hires, salary adjustments, overtime, and leave-of-absence calculations.<br>• Handle payroll deductions such as tax levies, garnishments, and child support payments.<br>• Calculate and process termination and out-of-cycle paychecks.<br>• Continuously improve payroll policies, controls, and procedures to align with best practices.<br>• Collaborate with payroll providers to address and resolve tax filing discrepancies.<br>• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.<br>• Mentor and provide guidance to payroll staff, fostering attention to detail and growth within the team.<br>• Prepare detailed payroll reports, reconcile discrepancies, and support audit processes.<br>• Work closely with HR and Benefits departments to streamline payroll operations and enhance efficiency.
  • 2026-02-11T19:04:19Z
Financial Accounting Specialist (AP, AR, Payroll, Benefits
  • Concord, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 30.00 - 35.00 USD / Hourly
  • Job Title: Financial Accounting Specialist (Payroll, AP/AR, and Benefits) Location: Concord, CA Salary: $30.77–$35.10 hourly Employment Type: Contract-to-permanent placement   About the Role Are you an accounting detail oriented looking for a dynamic role where you can make an impact? Our client, a well-established public-sector/member-based organization, is seeking a Financial Accounting Specialist to join their Finance team. This is a hands-on position where you will manage end-to-end payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and employee benefits programs. This is a great opportunity to develop cross-functional expertise, work directly with employees and vendors, and contribute to the smooth financial operations of the organization.   Key Responsibilities Process end-to-end payroll, including deductions, garnishments, W-2s, and compliance reporting Manage accounts payable and receivable, including invoice processing, vendor payments, check/EFT entries, and reconciliations Administer employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other insurance plans Maintain accurate financial records and respond to employee or vendor inquiries Prepare financial reports, reconciliations, and special projects to support the Finance team’s strategic goals Assist with continuous process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
  • 2026-02-10T00:18:41Z
Accounting Manager
  • New York, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client, a globally recognized leader in Sports Commerce, is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to support payroll accounting operations within a dynamic, multi-entity environment. Reporting into senior accounting leadership, this role is ideal for a hands-on accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced setting, enjoys leading teams, and values building strong cross-functional partnerships.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities of this position will include:</p><p>•       Lead all payroll accounting activities, including daily, weekly, and monthly tracking, analysis, reporting, and reconciliations across multiple business verticals</p><p>•       Manage the month-end close process for payroll, including preparation and review of journal entries, accruals (bonus and PTO), estimates, reclasses, and financial statement analysis</p><p>•       Oversee self-health accounting, including monthly allocations, vendor payment tracking, and related balance sheet reconciliations</p><p>•       Prepare and review payroll-related balance sheet reconciliations and flux analyses, ensuring timely resolution of discrepancies in collaboration with internal teams and external partners</p><p>•       Maintain and strengthen internal controls in compliance with GAAP and SOX, while working across multiple ERPs, charts of accounts, and lines of business</p><p>•       Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff, fostering a high-performance, growth-oriented team environment</p><p>•       Partner cross-functionally with HR and HRIS to ensure proper payroll system controls and approved employee data changes</p><p>•       Support internal and external audit requests and respond to business inquiries related to labor costs and payroll liabilities</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration please contact Ronny.Cohen@roberthalf.</p>
  • 2026-02-18T20:04:17Z
Payroll Manager
  • Detroit, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 95000.00 - 130000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Payroll Manager</p><p><strong>About Our Client</strong></p><p> Our client is a well-established, growth-oriented organization with a proven operating model and a strong commitment to employee experience. Known for its collaborative, energetic, and people-first culture, the company continues to expand while investing in modern systems, scalable processes, and high-quality workspaces. This is an environment where teams genuinely enjoy working together, ideas are welcomed, and leaders are empowered to make an impact.</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p> The Payroll Manager is responsible for leading end-to-end payroll operations for a diverse, multi-state workforce that includes both hourly and salaried employees. This role ensures accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing while continuously improving systems, controls, and processes as the organization grows. The Payroll Manager serves as the internal subject-matter expert for payroll operations, tax compliance, audits, and reporting, and works closely with cross-functional partners to deliver an exceptional employee experience.</p><p>This position plays a critical role in supporting scale, driving efficiency, and maintaining compliance across federal, state, and local regulations in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee full-cycle, multi-state payroll processing for hourly and salaried populations</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage, hour, and payroll tax regulations</li><li>Review and approve payroll reconciliations, journal entries, and payroll reporting</li><li>Manage payroll audits, tax filings, year-end processes, and third-party vendor relationships</li><li>Serve as escalation point for payroll inquiries and complex issues</li><li>Partner with HR, Finance, Legal, and external providers on payroll-related initiatives</li><li>Develop, document, and maintain payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and scalability</li></ul><p>If your experience meets or exceeds the requirements below, and if you have questions or would like more information, please call Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131, </p>
  • 2026-02-01T20:38:38Z
Staff Accountant
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 22.00 - 28.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In this long-term contract role, you will be responsible for performing a variety of accounting tasks, including payroll support, purchase order tracking, and general ledger activities. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the accuracy and efficiency of financial operations in a collaborative environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Record daily and monthly financial transactions accurately into accounting systems.<br>• Manage and reconcile purchase orders, ensuring proper documentation and tracking.<br>• Assist with general accounting tasks such as journal entries, account reconciliations, and closing processes.<br>• Support payroll administration by processing payroll, verifying timesheets, and maintaining payroll records.<br>• Maintain organized and compliant records for accounting and payroll activities.<br>• Provide timely and effective communication to address accounting and payroll-related inquiries.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure the integrity of financial reports.<br>• Review and update financial documents to ensure accuracy and completeness.<br>• Assist in preparing financial reports for management and external auditors.<br>• Participate in initiatives aimed at improving accounting and payroll processes.
  • 2026-02-17T17:48:43Z
Assistant Controller
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 80.00 - 95.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half Management Resources is recruiting for a strong Assistant Controller to support our global financial services client to provide critical support during a period of transition and integration. This role is hands-on, with particular emphasis on complex payroll accounting and compensation-related responsibilities. The ideal Assistant Controller will be experienced in leading accounting close processes and have a proven ability to navigate payroll automation within a dynamic environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage journal entries for goodwill and intangible assets, ensuring proper documentation and reconciliation.</p><p>• Oversee and process accrued compensation entries, aligning them with organizational policies and standards.</p><p>• Support payroll operations by troubleshooting issues and stabilizing automated journal entry workflows.</p><p>• Lead the monthly expense scheduling process for compensation, including preparation of supporting documentation.</p><p>• Develop and deliver compensation projections to meet company-wide reporting requirements.</p><p>• Ensure the timely resolution of payroll-related cash transactions and accruals in coordination with internal and external teams.</p><p>• Document existing payroll and compensation workflows to facilitate knowledge sharing and effective onboarding.</p><p>• Address outstanding balances related to compensation payable, ensuring cleanup ahead of key deadlines.</p><p>• Collaborate with payroll and HR teams to manage quarterly California Voluntary Disability Insurance reporting.</p><p>• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance payroll accounting, journal entry automation, and compensation management efficiency.</p>
  • 2026-02-13T17:18:41Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Chicago, IL
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 31.35 - 36.30 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client is looking for a seasoned Payroll Specialist to take full, independent ownership of weekly payroll administration within a multi-location business—including both unionized and non-union teams. This highly autonomous contract-to-hire role requires a deep commitment to precision, compliance, and meeting all deadlines with minimal direct supervision.</p><p>The Payroll Specialist will be recognized as the organization’s authority on payroll, leveraging an advanced understanding of payroll tax laws, wage guidelines, and payroll accounting standards</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Independently manage the full processing cycle of weekly payroll for a diverse workforce covering hourly, salaried, and union employees.</li><li>Diligently review and balance time records from various systems, securing managerial sign-offs and adhering to internal controls before processing payroll.</li><li>Accurately calculate items such as overtime, bonuses, shift differentials, deductions, retrospective pay corrections, etc., with limited direction.</li><li>Maintain and update employment records related to hiring, departures, position transfers, pay adjustments, and deduction changes in ADP Workforce Now.</li><li>Triage and resolve payroll discrepancies, escalating only when issues are especially complex or high-impact.</li></ul><p><strong>Labor & Union Payroll</strong></p><ul><li>Manage all payroll tasks for union teams, accurately applying contract stipulations including pay grids, premiums, and benefits deductions.</li><li>Complete and submit all required union benefit submissions, dues payments, and related reporting, ensuring compliance and punctuality.</li><li>Serve as the designated contact for union payroll concerns, supporting both audit and ongoing data inquiries.</li><li>Preserve comprehensive documentation of all union calculations and compliance evidence.</li><li>Uphold rigorous compliance with federal payroll tax withholding, reporting, and remittance regulations.</li><li>Confirm and reconcile payroll tax reports including 941s, 940s, W-2s, W-3s, and related annual/tax cycle deliverables.</li><li>Collaborate with internal colleagues and third-party providers (e.g., ADP) to quickly resolve tax alerts, notices, or discrepancies.</li><li>Maintain organized, up-to-date tax records and support routine tax audits and reconciliations.</li><li>Ensure proper taxation and documentation of fringe benefits, taxable/non-taxable compensation, and all payroll deductions.</li><li>Take expert-level responsibility for ADP Workforce Now, including advanced reporting, configuration, and problem-solving.</li><li>Partner with Benefits and HRIS leaders to implement system upgrades, while retaining full ownership of payroll execution and data quality.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-02-04T15:03:47Z
Staff Accountant
  • New Rochelle, NY
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 22.00 - 26.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a dedicated Staff Accountant to join our team fully on-site in New Rochelle, New York, on a long-term contract-to-hire basis. This position plays a vital role in supporting various accounting functions, including payroll, accounts payable, and financial reconciliation. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in managing detailed financial processes while ensuring compliance and accuracy. </p><p> </p><p>Key Position Responsibilities ·      </p><ul><li>Responsible for the payroll process, including upload of the payroll journal entry under the direction of the Accounting Manager, working closely with the HR Manager. Includes payment, analysis and accurate analysis of employee time. </li><li>Responsible for automated processing of employee reimbursements, including creating enhancements within our payroll systems/</li><li>Responsible for credit cards coding, receipt tracking, as needed working in conjunction with the accounting/finance manager. </li><li>Responsible for managing and reconciling the petty cash as needed.</li><li>Responsible for entry of bills, including review of coding and allocations into bill.com. </li><li>Responsible for monthly upload of expenses into accounting system. </li><li>Responsible for upload and maintenance of W-9’s into Bill.com </li><li>Responsible of scanning and recording cash and check deposits, and upload or deposit to the bank. </li><li>Responsible for running and analyzing general ledger reports as needed. </li><li>Responsible for working out a schedule for processing of payments on a weekly basis, in conjunction with cash flow. Works in close coordination with the accounting manager to support the audit process.</li></ul>
  • 2026-02-22T14:48:42Z
Senior/Staff Accountant
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 65000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Senior/Staff Accountant to join our client's dynamic team in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering outstanding accounting and payroll services to clients. The position requires strong expertise in bookkeeping, payroll, and client management, along with the ability to mentor and lead others.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Deliver high-quality advisory, financial reporting, and bookkeeping services tailored to client needs.</p><p>• Manage and oversee payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely services across multiple states.</p><p>• Train, mentor, and guide team members and clients to enhance their knowledge and efficiency.</p><p>• Provide exceptional customer service by addressing client inquiries and resolving issues professionally.</p><p>• Coordinate and manage projects, including client onboarding and ensuring smooth transitions.</p><p>• Monitor firm-wide operations to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and on schedule.</p><p>• Utilize advanced QuickBooks skills to handle multiple files and companies simultaneously.</p><p>• Prepare and file payroll tax returns for clients in compliance with multi-state regulations.</p><p>• Implement and adapt to new technologies and applications to optimize workflow processes.</p>
  • 2026-02-13T21:23:40Z
Staff Accountant
  • Eagan, MN
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 50000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in St Paul, Minnesota. In this role, you will handle a variety of accounting tasks, including payroll processing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and job costing. This is a hands-on opportunity to collaborate with management and ensure the accuracy of financial records while supporting the company’s operational goals.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process weekly payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy in hours, deductions, benefits, and taxes.</p><p>• Maintain payroll records and assist with year-end reporting, including W-2s and 1099s.</p><p>• Verify and process vendor invoices, manage payment schedules, and resolve discrepancies in accounts payable.</p><p>• Prepare and issue customer invoices, apply payments, and monitor aging reports to address outstanding balances.</p><p>• Track job and project costs, including materials, labor, and subcontractors, and provide detailed cost reports.</p><p>• Collaborate with project managers to ensure job costing accuracy and identify variances.</p><p>• Reconcile accounts and statements to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Assist in corporate tax return preparation and handle sales tax-related responsibilities.</p><p>• Record journal entries and maintain the general ledger to ensure proper accounting practices.</p>
  • 2026-02-03T13:28:44Z
Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director
  • Johnston, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000.00 - 133000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Payroll Manager—Lead, Transform, and Elevate Payroll Excellence</strong></p><p>Are you an experienced payroll professional ready to take the next step as a strategic leader? We’re seeking a Payroll Manager to drive our payroll operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and stellar service for all employees. This is a pivotal role with real impact, offering opportunities to modernize processes and develop a high-performing team.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Lead and Inspire:</strong> Mentor and develop the payroll team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.</li><li><strong>Shape Operations:</strong> Oversee the entire payroll lifecycle for multiple employee groups, maintaining precision and compliance with evolving regulations.</li><li><strong>Strengthen Controls:</strong> Streamline workflows, automate processes, and enhance internal controls while partnering with HR, Benefits, and Finance to ensure alignment.</li><li><strong>Champion Compliance:</strong> Stay current on wage and hour laws, tax rules, and audit standards; serve as the primary contact for payroll matters with internal/external stakeholders.</li><li><strong>Drive Change:</strong> Identify and implement best practices and technology enhancements to maximize efficiency and improve the employee experience.</li><li><strong>Empower Cross-Functional Success:</strong> Partner with HR and Finance to deliver insightful reporting and exceptional support, resolving payroll inquiries professionally and clearly.</li></ul><p><strong>Why Work Here?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Collaborative Team Environment:</strong> Join a group of supportive professionals who value teamwork, open communication, and shared success.</li><li><strong>Mission-Driven Organization:</strong> Be part of a company that is dedicated to serving its community and making a positive impact.</li><li><strong>Opportunity to Make a Difference:</strong> Your expertise helps improve payroll processes and ultimately the lives of employees and those we serve.</li><li><strong>Service to the Community:</strong> Work for an organization that believes in giving back and making meaningful contributions beyond the workplace.</li><li><strong>Purposeful Work:</strong> Experience daily satisfaction knowing your role enables others and supports an important organizational mission.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-02-03T04:03:50Z
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