<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team in Albany, Oregon for a permanent contract position. This on-site role will support payroll operations across multiple states, ensuring accurate and timely processing for both hourly and salaried staff. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll knowledge, works confidently with accounting systems, and can step into a fast-paced environment.</p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process end-to-end payroll on a bi-weekly schedule for across multiple U.S. states, covering both exempt and non-exempt team members.</p><p>• Review payroll data for accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and ensure earnings, deductions, taxes, and withholdings are handled correctly.</p><p>• Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation in compliance with company procedures and applicable payroll regulations.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal partners to address payroll questions, research issues, and provide timely resolutions to employees and management.</p><p>• Enter and reconcile payroll-related journal entries within the accounting system</p><p>• Support payroll administration in systems such as Paycom or Paylocity, depending on business needs and prior experience.</p><p>• Assist with cross-training and knowledge transfer to provide seamless coverage before, during, and after a team member’s leave period.</p>
<p><strong>Bridget Killen with Robert Half</strong> is partnering with a well-known manufacturing company in the Albany area to identify a Senior Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organization where the accounting team plays a key role in supporting operations and helping the business scale.</p><p>The client is open to candidates with strong accounting experience, and while <strong>manufacturing experience is preferred, it is not required</strong>. More importantly, they are seeking someone who is contribution-motivated,<strong> </strong>enjoys being part of a collaborative team, steps in to help others, solves problems, takes initiative, and wants to help build processes and support growth as the company continues to expand.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Manage and reconcile general ledger accounts</li><li>Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close</li><li>Perform cost accounting functions, including inventory analysis, standard cost review, and variance analysis</li><li>Maintain fixed asset records, depreciation schedules, and reconciliations</li><li>Handle payroll accounting, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and reporting</li><li>Prepare account analyses and supporting schedules for financial reporting</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and internal financial reporting</li><li>Partner with operations and finance leadership to support plant and manufacturing accounting needs</li><li>Identify process improvement opportunities and help enhance reporting efficiency, including through advanced Excel usage</li></ul><p>If you’re interested in learning more, please apply directly or reach out to <strong>Bridget Killen at Robert Half! </strong></p>
<p>B<strong>ridget Killen from Robert Half</strong> is looking for an experienced<strong> Senior Accountant </strong>to join a finance team near Eugene, OR. This role is well suited for someone who can manage core accounting activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and support timely close processes. The position will partner with internal teams to improve workflows, maintain reliable financial records, and contribute to ongoing operational and accounting improvements.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries while reviewing account activity to ensure transactions are recorded accurately.</p><p>• Reconcile general ledger balances and bank accounts, investigating discrepancies and resolving issues in a timely manner.</p><p>• Support the monthly and annual close cycle by assisting with financial statement preparation and related reporting deliverables.</p><p>• Analyze financial results, explain budget-to-actual variances, and provide reporting support for management needs.</p><p>• Create and maintain accounting schedules, reports, and documentation that support audit readiness and internal review.</p><p>• Contribute to process enhancement efforts by refining workflows, updating procedures, and strengthening documentation practices.</p><p>• Assist with accounting technology and continuous improvement initiatives that increase efficiency and reporting reliability.</p><p>• Work closely with departments across the organization and provide backup coverage in other accounting areas as needed.</p><p>• Help uphold compliance with accounting standards and internal controls while responding to audit and reporting requests.</p><p><br></p><p>If you're interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please apply directly or reach out to Bridget Killen! </p>