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Payroll Accountant

Oakland, CA
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Temporary / Contract
41 - 45 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to support payroll accounting and reconciliation activities for a non-profit organization in Oakland, California. This 3 month Contract position is ideal for a detail-focused individual who can manage payroll-related accounting, benefits balancing, and retirement plan support while helping maintain accurate and timely payroll operations. The role works closely with payroll, accounting, and HR teams to strengthen compliance, resolve discrepancies, and support reliable financial reporting. Responsibilities:• Record and post payroll-related journal entries on a biweekly and monthly basis, ensuring wages, deductions, employer taxes, and benefit-related accruals are accurately reflected in the general ledger.• Reconcile payroll registers, funding activity, bank disbursements, and ledger balances to investigate variances and correct exceptions in a timely manner.• Review payroll reports before and after processing to confirm data accuracy, adherence to internal controls, and compliance with applicable payroll regulations.• Maintain reconciliations for payroll balance sheet accounts such as accrued compensation, tax liabilities, benefit accruals, and wage garnishment balances.• Examine quarterly and annual payroll tax documents, including Form 941 and W-2 reporting, and assist with corrections or amended filings when needed.• Reconcile 403(b) contributions, employer matches, and loan repayments after each payroll cycle to confirm accurate deductions and timely remittance.• Compare benefit carrier invoices and enrollment information against payroll deductions to identify missed collections, retroactive changes, and billing discrepancies.• Provide backup support for end-to-end payroll processing, including time review, pay adjustments, direct deposit maintenance, and special payroll runs.• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close tasks, including payroll-related reconciliations, audit support, and required reporting documentation.• Partner with HR and finance stakeholders to improve payroll workflows and strengthen coordination between payroll and related systems.
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Andover, MA
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Temporary to Hire
22 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to join a team in Andover, Massachusetts in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports accurate payroll administration while also contributing to billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial record maintenance. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, a high level of accuracy, and experience working with payroll and accounting systems in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Process regular payroll and 1099 payments with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. • Assist with billing operations by preparing invoices, reviewing payment activity, and resolving discrepancies as needed. • Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including transaction entry, payment application, and follow-up on outstanding items. • Perform account reconciliations to verify financial records and help maintain clean, balanced ledgers. • Enter and maintain payroll and accounting data in internal systems, ensuring records remain complete and up to date. • Handle payment processing tasks and confirm transactions are properly recorded and documented. • Work within platforms such as Veracross and related accounting tools to support day-to-day financial operations. • Provide general accounting and administrative support related to payroll, invoicing, and financial reporting activities.
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Venice, FL
remote
Temporary to Hire
27 - 36 USD / Hourly
CANDIDATE MUST LIVE IN EITHER TAMPA BAY / LAKELAND / ORLANDO - We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to join a growing services organization in Venice, Florida. This contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who can oversee payroll, benefits support, and core accounting tasks across several entities in a primarily remote environment with occasional onsite visits. The position calls for someone who can work independently, adapt to changing business needs, and help maintain accurate financial and employee-related records as the organization expands. Responsibilities:• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for multiple companies and locations, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule.• Administer benefit-related payroll activities, including enrollments, deductions, and ongoing updates tied to employee elections.• Support payroll and benefits alignment across entities with different schedules, policies, and legacy practices.• Assist with payroll platform updates and contribute to the transition of payroll operations to Paylocity.• Help integrate payroll, benefits, and related processes as new businesses are added to the organization.• Reconcile daily banking activity and review transactions to maintain accurate cash records.• Record accounts payable and accounts receivable entries and support timely processing of financial transactions.• Process outgoing payments and assist with general accounting work for the management services function.• Maintain organized payroll, benefits, and accounting documentation while supporting onboarding and other HR-related tasks as needed.• Collaborate with leadership to refine workflows and promote consistency across payroll, benefits, and accounting operations.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Latham, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
58000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
A growing and highly successful organization is partnering with us to identify a Senior Staff Accountant with strong payroll accounting experience. This position is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys owning payroll-related accounting processes while working closely with finance, HR, benefits, and payroll teams. Rather than a traditional payroll processing role, this opportunity is focused on the accounting, reporting, reconciliations, analysis, and compliance aspects of payroll and employee compensation programs. The organization offers a collaborative environment, exposure to process improvement initiatives, and opportunities to support system implementations and business growth initiatives. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare payroll-related journal entries, accruals, forecasts, and account reconciliations.</li><li>Analyze payroll, tax, and compensation-related transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Reconcile payroll-related bank activity and support month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, external audits, and internal reporting.</li><li>Partner with payroll providers and internal stakeholders to support payroll tax compliance and reporting.</li><li>Support travel and expense accounting, including monthly accruals, reimbursements, and audit reviews.</li><li>Generate payroll and workforce-related financial reports and analyses for management.</li><li>Participate in system implementations, process enhancements, and business integration projects.</li><li>Collaborate with accounting, finance, HR, and payroll teams to improve workflows and controls.</li><li>Provide backup support for payroll administration functions as needed.</li></ul>
2026-09-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Spring, TX
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Temporary to Hire
28 - 34 USD / Hourly
Reports To: Corporate ControllerJob Type: Contract-to-HireWork Schedule: Onsite with 9/80 schedule available, offering every other Friday offPosition OverviewOur client is seeking a detail-oriented Construction Payroll Accountant to join a growing construction organization. This role is responsible for managing payroll processing, labor costing, and payroll compliance while ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. The ideal candidate will have experience in construction payroll, job cost accounting, and multi-state payroll compliance, including prevailing wage and certified payroll requirements.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Review weekly and bi-weekly payroll processing for accuracy and timeliness</li><li>Review and validate timesheets, labor hours, and job cost allocations</li><li>Prepare monthly insurance billings and maintain 401(k) deductions and payments</li><li>Reconcile payroll accounts and assist with month-end close activities</li><li>Maintain payroll records, tax withholdings, deductions, and garnishments</li><li>Allocate labor costs to projects and cost codes accurately</li><li>Support payroll audits and respond to employee payroll inquiries</li><li>Collaborate with Human Resources, Project Managers, and Accounting teams to ensure smooth payroll operations and compliance</li></ul>
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Salt Lake City, UT
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to support payroll in Salt Lake City, Utah. This Long-term Contract to Permanent position is ideal for someone who can manage weekly payroll operations, maintain accurate records, and handle sensitive employee information with discretion. The role also involves payroll reporting, account reconciliation, and coordination across multiple states to help keep payroll processes accurate and compliant. Responsibilities:• Manage the end-to-end weekly payroll cycle, including reviewing time entries, validating pay details, generating payroll reports, and coordinating pay card distribution.• Oversee certified payroll activities by confirming that hours and wage rates align correctly with job-specific requirements.• Maintain payroll records on schedule and prepare payroll summaries that support timely federal tax deposit processing.• Produce and submit recurring payroll filings and reports on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, including year-end wage statements and state withholding documentation.• Reconcile payroll-related general ledger balances each month and ensure totals align with payroll registers and supporting reports.• Process accounts payable payments and related documentation for operations conducted across multiple states.• Provide support during payroll, workers’ compensation, unemployment, and payroll tax audits by gathering records and responding to documentation requests.• Identify and recommend practical improvements that streamline payroll processing for both field and office teams.• Allocate payroll-related costs between entities and supply supporting detail needed for accurate accounts payable processing.
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Roseburg, OR
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
Kristin Wasson is looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to oversee and execute payroll operations for a growing organization in Roseburg, Oregon. This position combines hands-on payroll processing with leadership of payroll activities across multiple business entities. The successful candidate will help maintain accurate, timely, and compliant payroll while strengthening processes that can support ongoing business growth. Responsibilities:• Manage end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on schedule across bi-monthly payroll cycles.• Oversee payroll activity spanning multiple states and legal entities while maintaining consistency and accuracy in each payroll run.• Review payroll data for compliance with tax regulations, wage laws, union obligations, and company policies.• Administer specialized payroll elements such as prevailing wage calculations, certified payroll reporting, job costing allocations, and per diem payments.• Provide day-to-day guidance and quality oversight for payroll operations, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues before final submission.• Maintain strong internal controls, audit practices, and documentation standards to protect payroll accuracy and support reporting requirements. If you are interested in this role, please either apply online or contact Kristin Wasson directly at 541.897.8216
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Princeton, NJ
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Temporary to Hire
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to join our team in Princeton, NJ on a contract basis with the potential to become permanent. This position will manage payroll accounting activities from payroll execution through reconciliation and financial close, helping ensure accurate reporting and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, hands-on payroll experience, and a disciplined approach to maintaining precise payroll records in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities:• Administer biweekly and monthly payroll cycles for employees across multiple sites, ensuring timely and accurate completion.• Examine payroll activity including compensation, deductions, taxes, benefit withholdings, and garnishments to confirm accuracy and resolve exceptions.• Reconcile payroll output to general ledger balances and research discrepancies to support clean financial records.• Prepare payroll-related journal entries, accruals, and account adjustments to support accurate accounting treatment.• Manage payroll balance sheet accounts and complete recurring reconciliations as part of the monthly close process.• Record payroll taxes, employee withholdings, and employer-paid liabilities correctly in accordance with accounting standards.• Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities tied to payroll and compensation reporting.• Review payroll expense trends and explain variances to finance stakeholders when needed.• Collaborate with Human Resources and Finance teams to address payroll issues, improve data accuracy, and support audit requests with schedules and documentation.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Saint Paul, MN
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to join our team in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This position is responsible for managing payroll and commission activities while contributing to accounting support, compliance efforts, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong accuracy, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with employees, sales teams, leadership, and external partners. Responsibilities:• Administer bi-weekly multi-state payroll with a high degree of accuracy and ensure employees are paid on schedule.• Maintain payroll records and update employee information within the payroll system to keep data current and reliable.• Coordinate payroll-related funding and deductions, including retirement contributions, benefit-related payments, and other authorized withholdings.• Prepare and submit required payroll tax filings and unemployment reports in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.• Calculate sales commissions, produce payment summaries, and distribute statements to sales representatives in a timely manner.• Reconcile payroll and commission transactions, prepare supporting schedules, and post journal entries to the general ledger.• Assist with month-end and year-end close by preparing accruals, account reconciliations, and reporting packages for management.• Support audit readiness by organizing year-end payroll documentation, coordinating materials for benefit plan audits, and resolving discrepancies.• Respond to payroll and commission questions from employees and internal stakeholders while helping improve reporting processes and internal controls.
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Philadelphia, PA
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 30 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking an efficient Payroll Accountant to join a non-profit organization based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area on a long-term contract basis. As the Payroll Accountant you will support the day-to-day accounting operations while overseeing payroll accuracy, grant-related financial activity, and timely reporting. The ideal Payroll Accountant brings strong nonprofit accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple financial priorities in a deadline-driven environment. If this sounds like you, then click the apply button today and become an integral part of the team. If you have any questions, please contact Robert Half at 215.568.4580 and mention job reference #03720-0013520575. As a Payroll Accountant your responsibilities will include but are not limited to: • Oversee general ledger activity and keep accounting records accurate, organized, and up to date across daily financial operations. • Handle incoming and outgoing transactions by managing accounts payable and accounts receivable processes with proper documentation. • Complete regular bank reconciliations, investigate variances, and align accounting data across financial systems and donor records. • Prepare journal entries, maintain audit-ready support files, and contribute to month-end and year-end close procedures. • Administer payroll processing, maintain payroll records, track paid time off balances, and support related compliance reporting. • Assign payroll and employee benefit costs to the correct funding sources and reconcile retirement plan reporting activity. • Prepare reimbursement billings and financial reports for government agencies, foundations, and other funding partners while monitoring grant spending for compliance. • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, variance review, audit preparation, and special financial analysis in partnership with finance leadership and external advisors. • Work closely with internal departments to support reporting needs, uphold internal controls, and contribute to organizational projects and events as needed.
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant/Payroll Accountant

Golden, CO
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
Senior Staff Accountant | Multi-State Payroll Tax & General AccountingWe’re seeking an experienced Senior Staff Accountant to join a growing Finance team. This is a hands-on role with a strong focus on multi-state payroll tax compliance, general ledger accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, and operational accounting.The ideal candidate brings a strong accounting foundation along with significant experience navigating the complexities of multi-state payroll taxes.What You’ll DoAccounting & Month-End Close<ul><li>Manage general ledger activity and maintain accurate financial records</li><li>Perform month-end and year-end close, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations</li><li>Complete balance sheet and bank reconciliations and resolve variances</li><li>Reconcile payroll-related benefit accounts, including 401(k) and HSA</li><li>Support accounts payable, vendor management, cash receipts, and banking activities</li></ul>Multi-State Payroll Tax Compliance<ul><li>Manage payroll tax compliance across multiple U.S. jurisdictions, including monthly, quarterly, and annual filings</li><li>Prepare and reconcile W-2s and 1099s</li><li>Reconcile employee withholdings, employer tax liabilities, agency payments, and payroll tax GL accounts</li><li>Research and resolve payroll tax notices, discrepancies, overpayments, and agency correspondence</li><li>Manage state-specific requirements such as PFML/PFMLI, SDI, transit taxes, and other jurisdiction-specific taxes</li><li>Assist with payroll tax registrations and agency portal management</li><li>Partner with Payroll, Finance, and ADP to improve payroll tax processes and ensure accurate tax configurations</li></ul>Audit & Compliance<ul><li>Support internal and external audits and prepare supporting schedules and documentation</li><li>Maintain organized, audit-ready financial records</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and local tax regulations</li></ul>This role reports to the Controller and offers quite a bit of WFH. Have to be able to go into the Golden office from time to time for meetings.
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

Louisville, KY
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Analyst to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large employee population in Louisville, Kentucky. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong experience managing end-to-end payroll activities across multiple states and maintaining compliance with payroll regulations. The role requires close attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively within ADP Workforce Now while partnering with internal teams to resolve payroll-related issues. Responsibilities: • Process complete payroll cycles for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with established deadlines. • Administer multi-state payroll activities, including review of earnings, deductions, tax withholdings, and jurisdiction-specific payroll requirements. • Use ADP Workforce Now to enter, validate, and maintain payroll data, employee updates, and pay-related records. • Audit payroll registers and supporting reports to identify discrepancies, research issues, and complete necessary corrections before final submission. • Respond to payroll inquiries from employees and internal stakeholders by providing clear guidance on pay, deductions, and related transactions. • Partner with HR, finance, and other teams to verify employee changes such as hires, terminations, compensation updates, and time-related adjustments. • Maintain payroll documentation and records in accordance with company standards and regulatory requirements. • Support payroll-related process improvements and assist with operational changes or system-related updates when needed.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

Baton Rouge, LA
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Temporary to Hire
31 - 38 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Analyst to join a Baton Rouge, Louisiana team in a Contract to permanent role. This position focuses on strengthening payroll and workforce program compliance by reviewing data, supporting audits, and helping maintain accurate reporting across compensation, timekeeping, tax, and programs. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, a solid understanding of payroll regulations, and the confidence to work across departments to reduce risk and improve operational performance. Responsibilities:• Examine payroll, compensation, timekeeping, and workforce program information to identify trends, exceptions, and areas requiring corrective action.• Produce reports, scorecards, and dashboard insights that help leaders monitor compliance exposure and improve process effectiveness.• Perform internal reviews of payroll activity, compensation-related data, work authorization arrangements, education assistance programs, and eligibility for forgiveness initiatives.• Track updates to federal, state, and local requirements affecting payroll, tax treatment, and employee assistance programs, then help translate those changes into practical controls and procedures.• Maintain organized audit support, reconciliations, compliance records, and reporting documentation to support governance and financial accuracy.• Collaborate with Payroll, Human Resources, Finance, Talent Acquisition, and operational teams to validate data integrity and resolve discrepancies.• Provide guidance and training materials for managers and stakeholders on payroll compliance expectations, policy requirements, and program administration.• Recommend and support process improvements that enhance accuracy, strengthen internal controls, and reduce compliance risk across payroll operations.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

Des Moines, IA
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are seeking a Payroll Analyst to support payroll operations for approximately 700-750 employees across the U.S. and Canada. This role is responsible for full-cycle payroll processing, reconciliations, payroll accounting, tax compliance support, reporting, and payroll system administration. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who enjoys problem-solving, working independently, and taking ownership of payroll processes.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and on time across multiple states and jurisdictions.</li><li>Review employee changes including new hires, wage changes, promotions, and terminations.</li><li>Reconcile payroll accounts, bank activity, and general ledger balances.</li><li>Prepare payroll-related journal entries and support month-end close activities.</li><li>Research and respond to payroll discrepancies, employee inquiries, and tax notices.</li><li>Assist with payroll tax compliance, reporting, year-end processing, and audits.</li><li>Develop and distribute payroll reports for Finance, HR, and leadership.</li><li>Serve as a key user of the Dayforce payroll system, supporting troubleshooting and process improvements.</li><li>Maintain payroll documentation, records, and internal controls.</li><li>Support shareholder transactions, including stock transfers, issuances, repurchases, and redemptions.</li></ul>
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

Cambridge, MA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 82000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Analyst to support accurate and compliant payroll operations in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This role combines day-to-day payroll execution with analytical work, including reviewing payroll data, resolving discrepancies, and responding to employee questions. The position also plays a key part in optimizing Workday payroll processes, developing reporting solutions, and partnering with cross-functional teams to strengthen controls and improve overall efficiency. Responsibilities: • Process payroll activities with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to established policies and regulatory requirements. • Review payroll records through audits and reconciliations, identify variances, and resolve issues before final processing. • Produce recurring and ad hoc payroll reports to support decision-making, compliance monitoring, and operational visibility. • Serve as a resource for employee payroll-related questions, researching concerns and providing clear resolutions. • Manage and support Workday payroll functions, including configuration updates, calculated fields, troubleshooting, and system maintenance. • Collaborate with Finance, IT, Financial Aid, and other internal teams to streamline payroll workflows and strengthen internal controls. • Assist with testing and implementing payroll system enhancements to improve functionality and user experience. • Monitor payroll practices for compliance with applicable labor regulations and federal and state tax requirements.
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

New Albany, IN
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 82000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Analyst to support accurate and timely payroll operations for employees across the United States and Canada in New Albany, Indiana. This position plays a key role in maintaining payroll data, resolving pay-related discrepancies, and ensuring employees are paid correctly each cycle. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, practical payroll knowledge, and the ability to work effectively with managers, employees, and finance partners. Responsibilities: • Administer semi-monthly U.S. payroll from start to finish, ensuring all forms of compensation such as standard earnings, overtime, incentive pay, and retroactive amounts are handled correctly and submitted on time. • Manage Canadian payroll activities with accuracy and consistency, including employee earnings, taxable benefits, required deductions, and other pay elements in accordance with established schedules. • Evaluate and update employee payroll records for personnel changes such as hires, departures, compensation adjustments, internal moves, and deduction updates to keep payroll information current. • Support payroll onboarding for newly acquired employee groups by validating tax details, direct deposit information, earning codes, deductions, and other payroll data needed for a smooth transition into company systems. • Audit timekeeping entries and partner with supervisors and employees to correct missing punches, inaccurate hours, or other time record issues before payroll is finalized. • Prepare and process payroll corrections, manual payments, off-cycle checks, and back-pay adjustments when needed to address discrepancies or special situations. • Examine payroll registers and exception reporting prior to submission, identify inconsistencies, and take corrective action to reduce errors and maintain payroll accuracy. • Confirm payroll funding needs and collaborate with finance stakeholders to help ensure payroll disbursements are properly supported and delivered on schedule. • Maintain compliance with applicable payroll policies and relevant U.S. federal, state, and local laws as well as Canadian federal and provincial requirements during all payroll activities.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

San Ramon, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
31.35 - 36.3 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Analyst to support payroll issue analysis, testing coordination, and resolution efforts in San Ramon, California. This is a Long-term Contract position within the healthcare sector, suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can investigate discrepancies, interpret payroll results, and work effectively across multiple systems. The role calls for someone who can manage competing priorities, communicate clearly with stakeholders, and help drive payroll defects through to closure in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Investigate payroll exceptions and system-related issues by reviewing outputs, tracing root causes, and documenting findings clearly for resolution teams. • Support payroll environment setup activities, data conversion validation, and catch-up transaction review to help maintain accuracy across impacted processes. • Compare payroll test and parallel results, reconcile variances, and recommend corrective actions based on identified calculation or data issues. • Manage defect intake by assessing priority, monitoring status, and escalating critical risks or blockers that may affect payroll delivery. • Coordinate testing activities across teams, including planning schedules, validating process flows, and confirming issue remediation through retesting. • Partner with internal stakeholders and external vendors to address integration-related issues affecting payroll data exchange and downstream processing. • Track recurring problems and defect patterns, then provide practical insights to project leaders to support decision-making and risk mitigation. • Prepare reports, summaries, and dashboards that highlight testing progress, defect trends, open issues, and completed corrective actions. • Maintain organized records of test outcomes, resolutions, key decisions, and lessons learned to support future payroll validation efforts.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

St Paul, MN
remote
Temporary / Contract
27.7115 - 32.087 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Analyst to support payroll and benefits operations for a growing organization based in Minnesota. This Long-term Contract opportunity offers a flexible, fully remote schedule with part-time hours and a stronger focus on standard availability during payroll processing periods. The person in this role will help maintain accurate employee pay, assist with benefits-related updates, and provide dependable support for multi-state payroll activities. Responsibilities: • Manage employee payroll updates throughout each pay cycle, ensuring changes are entered accurately in the HRIS/payroll system. • Run end-to-end payroll processing, including reviewing time records, issuing payments, preparing related payment requests, and resolving processing issues. • Perform manual payroll calculations when exceptions arise, such as prorated earnings, retroactive adjustments, split-period corrections, and other off-cycle updates. • Investigate and address payroll tax discrepancies, filing issues, and refund items identified through the automated payroll platform. • Support leave administration by coordinating Minnesota paid leave cases, calculating wage replacement amounts, and maintaining contribution records tied to payroll. • Update benefit deductions and employee benefit elections so payroll records remain aligned with current enrollment information. • Provide payroll support for employees working across multiple states, helping maintain compliance and accurate pay treatment. • Partner with HR and internal stakeholders to respond to payroll and benefits questions in a timely and thorough manner.
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

San Ramon, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
33 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Analyst to join a healthcare-focused organization remotely, on a Long-term Contract basis. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll specialist who can assess complex payroll issues, uncover underlying causes, and help move solutions forward across UKG Pro. The role calls for strong analytical judgment, hands-on payroll knowledge, and the ability to work effectively with stakeholders in a fast-moving environment where accuracy and timely resolution are essential. Responsibilities:• Investigate payroll discrepancies across payroll platforms and connected applications, document findings, and drive issues through to closure.• Support future-state tenant activities, including build support, data conversion review, and processing of catch-up payroll transactions.• Validate migrated payroll data, reconcile inconsistencies, and partner with impacted teams to address data-related defects.• Review parallel payroll outcomes, compare results, identify variances, perform root cause analysis, and recommend corrective measures.• Manage defect intake by assessing priority, assigning actions, tracking progress, and escalating critical risks or blockers when necessary.• Coordinate testing efforts by organizing plans, timelines, execution activities, and issue follow-up across systems and business workstreams.• Work with internal partners and external vendors to resolve integration-related issues affecting inbound and outbound payroll data flows.• Maintain thorough documentation of test results, issue analysis, resolutions, and lessons learned to support future quality improvement efforts.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Accountant

Stamford, CT
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a growing team in Stamford, Connecticut. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced accounting environment and can manage a large invoice workload with accuracy and consistency. The role focuses on supporting day-to-day payables activity, maintaining organized financial records, and helping ensure timely vendor payments across multiple payment methods, including foreign currency transactions. Responsibilities: • Review, code, and enter a high volume of vendor invoices while maintaining strong attention to detail and proper account classification. • Process weekly payment activity through multiple methods, including checks, wire transfers, and other approved payment channels. • Reconcile payable records and vendor balances to help ensure accurate transactions and timely issue resolution. • Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to address invoice discrepancies, payment questions, and supporting documentation needs. • Monitor invoice flow and payment schedules to keep obligations current and aligned with company procedures. • Maintain organized accounts payable files and supporting records for reporting, audit readiness, and ongoing reference. • Assist with transactions involving foreign currencies and help ensure payments are completed accurately in accordance with vendor requirements.
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Sr. Payroll Accountant

Huntington Beach, CA
remote
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Payroll Accountant to join a service-focused organization in Huntington Beach, California. This position plays a central role in maintaining accurate financial records tied to payroll activity, supporting close processes, and delivering reliable account analysis each month. The ideal candidate brings strong reconciliation skills, sound accounting judgment, and the ability to work across teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting. Responsibilities: • Drive monthly and quarterly close activities related to payroll and other assigned accounting areas, ensuring all deadlines are met with accuracy. • Prepare and review journal entries with complete support, including entries associated with payroll activity, accruals, and expense reporting. • Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet and income statement accounts such as cash, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, payables, accrued liabilities, revenue, and operating expenses. • Analyze payroll-related balances and fluctuations, identify unusual variances against prior periods or budget, and communicate findings to management. • Produce financial statements and supporting schedules required for divisional and group reporting in accordance with the established close calendar. • Reconcile intercompany activity, confirm supporting documentation is complete, and resolve discrepancies in coordination with internal accounting teams. • Partner with management to strengthen accounting procedures, enhance internal controls, and support compliance with U.S. accounting standards and audit requirements. • Collaborate with division and entity accounting groups on special projects and process improvements, including initiatives affecting financial systems or reporting workflows. • Safeguard sensitive financial and payroll information by handling records with a high level of confidentiality.
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Payroll/Accounting Clerk

Chester, PA
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
State of the art contractor located in the Delaware County is looking to hire a full-time Payroll/Accounting Clerk who is eager, reliable and open to a variety of responsibilities. In this role, you will prepare and process accounts payable transactions, process weekly payroll cycles, calculate payroll deductions, perform account reconciliations, generate year-end accruals, generate tax filing documents, assist with the annual audit process, maintain accurate financial records, and provide administrative and accounting support to the accounting team. The ideal Payroll/Accounting Clerk should have the ability to utilize excel and accounting/payroll systems to track, analyze, and report data with accuracy and proper timing. Responsibilities · Enter and process accounts payable/receivable · Process payroll· Maintain internal file/record keeping system· Spreadsheet Maintenance· Prepare union payments· Process tax documents· Perform financial research as needed· Account Reconciliation · Assist with the month end close process· Prepare monthly journal entries
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Payroll Tax Analyst

Denver, CO
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Temporary to Hire
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Tax Analyst to join our team in Denver, Colorado in a Contract to permanent capacity. This role focuses on strengthening payroll tax compliance across multiple entities by closing outdated tax accounts, setting up new registrations, correcting existing records, and maintaining well-organized supporting documentation. The position works closely with payroll and accounting stakeholders while independently managing agency communication and tracking progress across a multi-state payroll tax project. Responsibilities:• Review legacy payroll tax accounts across state and local jurisdictions, document key account details, and determine the actions needed to bring each record to completion.• Coordinate final return activity and submit closure or de-registration requests for outdated tax accounts, following through with agencies until written confirmation is received.• Investigate unresolved notices, balances, or audit-related issues tied to tax accounts and elevate complex items that require management review.• Research registration obligations for new entities based on employee work and residence locations, then complete required withholding, unemployment, and local tax account setups.• Verify that newly issued account numbers, filing schedules, and tax rates are accurately reflected in payroll records and with any external tax filing partners.• Update existing tax registrations to correct mismatched account information, resolve agency correspondence, and support amended filings when prior submissions were tied to incorrect accounts.• Maintain an audit-ready documentation structure for registration records, rate notices, agency letters, powers of attorney, and other payroll tax support materials.• Prepare a clear summary of accounts opened, corrected, and closed, including supporting records and state-specific process notes for future maintenance.• Partner regularly with Payroll, Accounting, HR, and IT to confirm entity details, work locations, system setup accuracy, project risks, and outstanding action items.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant / Payroll Specialist

Los Angeles, CA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
37.81 - 48.97 USD / Hourly
The Staff Accountant / Payroll Specialist supports accurate, timely, and audit-ready financial reporting by performing general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, journal-entry preparation, and payroll processing activities. This position works collaboratively with Finance and Human Resources while maintaining appropriate segregation of duties, confidentiality, internal controls, and compliance with Hillsides policies, procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, dependable, and comfortable working with sensitive financial and employee information. This role requires strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy. This role will be a hybrid remote position. Employees must live with in a 30 mile radius of the site. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesGeneral Accounting<ul><li>Perform monthly general ledger account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.</li><li>Prepare, review, and post routine and adjusting journal entries.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.</li><li>Maintain accurate supporting documentation for accounting transactions.</li><li>Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, and other accounting functions as needed.</li><li>Review financial transactions for accuracy, completeness, and proper account coding.</li><li>Assist with preparation of financial reports, schedules, and supporting documentation for internal and external reporting.</li><li>Support annual audits and provide requested documentation and account analysis.</li></ul>Payroll<ul><li>Process payroll accurately and timely in accordance with established payroll schedules and applicable requirements.</li><li>Review payroll information, including timekeeping records, earnings, deductions, benefits, leave balances, and other payroll-related transactions.</li><li>Coordinate with Human Resources regarding employee status changes, new hires, terminations, compensation changes, and benefit deductions.</li><li>Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and payroll liabilities.</li><li>Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee payroll questions in coordination with Human Resources.</li><li>Prepare and maintain payroll reports and supporting documentation.</li><li>Assist with payroll tax filings, year-end reporting, W-2s, and other required payroll documentation.</li></ul>
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Payroll Tax Specialist

Marlboro, NJ
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
THIS OPPORTUNITY IS ON-SITE FOR 1-2 WEEKS AND FULLY REMOTE AFTER - need to be commutable to Monmouth County, NJ. We are looking for a Payroll Tax Specialist to support accurate and compliant payroll tax operations for a diverse client portfolio. This role focuses on tax filings, reconciliations, notice resolution, and record maintenance across federal, state, and local jurisdictions. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll tax knowledge, works well across teams, and contributes to continuous process improvement in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process payrolls for global client base.</li><li>Ensure timely deposits and filings of federal, state, and local tax liabilities across all applicable jurisdictions.</li><li>Prepare and file quarterly and annual unemployment tax returns.</li><li>Review payroll records to ensure accurate tax transaction recording and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.</li><li>Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual tax reconciliations to ensure filing accuracy; conduct more frequent audits as required by jurisdiction.</li><li>Complete W-2 reconciliations and process corrections as needed.</li><li>Investigate and resolve tax notices, penalties, and governmental inquiries.</li><li>Partner with Payroll teams to identify and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date employer records within electronic record management systems (e.g., tax rates, registrations, etc.).</li><li>Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams.</li><li>Promote a positive, forward-thinking team culture and contribute to a collaborative work environment.</li><li>Identify, test, and implement process improvements to enhance departmental efficiency.</li><li>Collaborate closely with IT to optimize operations and expand automation capabilities within the Tax function.</li><li>Perform additional job-related duties as assigned.</li><li>Maintain awareness of and adherence to cybersecurity policies, procedures, and best practices, supporting a strong organizational security posture.</li></ul>Benefits:Medical/Dental/Vision401kPTO
2026-10-07T00:00:00Z

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