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7 results for Payroll Clerk in Atlanta, GA

Accounting Clerk
  • Forest Park, GA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25.65 - 29.7 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a produce distribution operation in Forest Park, Georgia on a Long-term Contract basis. This position supports high-volume accounting activity across payables and receivables, helping keep financial transactions accurate, timely, and well documented. The role works closely with teams across purchasing, sales, operations, and warehouse functions to resolve issues, maintain records, and support smooth day-to-day financial processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage incoming supplier invoices by reviewing supporting documents, confirming order and receipt details, and entering transactions accurately into the accounting system.<br>• Prepare customer billing, record incoming payments, and ensure cash receipts are posted correctly to the appropriate accounts.<br>• Investigate pricing differences, shipment-related charges, product adjustments, and other exceptions by coordinating with vendors and internal departments.<br>• Track overdue balances, follow up on outstanding receivables, and address deductions, short payments, and credit-related issues.<br>• Issue vendor payments through approved methods and maintain organized records for both supplier and customer accounts.<br>• Reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable activity against general ledger balances to support accurate financial reporting.<br>• Assist with month-end tasks, audit preparation, and routine reporting by keeping accounting data complete and current.<br>• Maintain accurate master data for vendors and customers within the business system while supporting ongoing process accuracy.
  • 2026-07-28T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Norcross, GA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 34 - 37 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and compliant payroll operations for an organization based in Norcross, Georgia. This Contract position is ideal for someone who can independently manage end-to-end payroll processing, maintain precise records, and work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure timely reporting and resolution of payroll matters. The role requires strong judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive employee information with professionalism.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the complete weekly payroll cycle for a workforce of roughly 200 employees, including regular, part-time, and contract team members.</p><p>• Calculate and apply payroll-related withholdings such as taxes, benefit deductions, and garnishments while ensuring accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Execute year-end payroll tasks, including W-2 preparation, validation, and required reporting activities.</p><p>• Administer retirement deductions associated with the 403(b) plan and confirm contributions are processed correctly through payroll.</p><p>• Assist with workers&#39; compensation reporting, documentation, and annual audit preparation.</p><p>• Compile and organize payroll records and supporting materials for financial, benefits, and insurance-related audits.</p><p>• Update employee payroll data to reflect compensation changes, status updates, and other approved adjustments.</p><p>• Collaborate with Human Resources and Finance teams to reconcile payroll data and support accurate reporting.</p><p>• Address employee questions related to pay and payroll deductions while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.</p>
  • 2026-08-05T00:00:00Z
Accounts Receivable Clerk
  • Atlanta, GA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a dependable Payment Processor to support payment handling operations in Atlanta, Georgia. This Long-term Contract opportunity is fully onsite and focuses on processing a high volume of check and electronic payments with precision, strong organization, and consistent follow-through. The person in this role will help keep financial records current, investigate payment issues, and work closely with internal teams to maintain accurate account activity.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process mailed checks and electronic remittances promptly while ensuring transaction details are entered correctly into internal systems.</p><p>• Apply cash receipts to customer accounts, post payments accurately, and help maintain up-to-date accounts receivable records.</p><p>• Examine payment activity for errors or missing information and resolve exceptions such as unapplied cash or unmatched transactions.</p><p>• Investigate account and remittance questions by partnering with internal departments to clarify issues and support timely resolution.</p><p>• Reconcile processed payment information against supporting documentation to confirm completeness and accuracy.</p><p>• Organize records, filing, and retention of payment documentation in accordance with established financial controls and company procedures.</p><p>• Contribute to daily and monthly processing targets by managing workload effectively in a fast-paced office environment.</p><p>• Assist with related receivables tasks such as billing support, customer account research, collections coordination, and cash application activities.</p><p>• Identify workflow improvement opportunities that can strengthen efficiency, accuracy, and consistency in payment processing operations.</p>
  • 2026-07-27T00:00:00Z
Data Entry Clerk
  • Woodstock, GA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 18 - 24 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented <strong>Data Entry Specialist</strong> to join our team. This position is responsible for accurately entering, updating, reviewing, and maintaining information across company databases and systems. The ideal candidate will possess strong typing skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential information while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Enter, update, and maintain high volumes of data with accuracy and efficiency.</li><li>Review source documents for completeness and verify information before entry.</li><li>Audit and correct data discrepancies, errors, and duplicate records.</li><li>Maintain electronic and physical records in accordance with company procedures.</li><li>Generate reports and retrieve information from databases as needed.</li><li>Process customer, vendor, inventory, order, or financial data accurately.</li><li>Perform regular quality checks to ensure data integrity.</li><li>Assist with document scanning, filing, and record management.</li><li>Communicate with internal departments to verify and obtain missing information.</li><li>Follow data security and confidentiality guidelines at all times.</li><li>Support administrative and operational projects as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-07-24T00:00:00Z
Mailroom Clerk
  • Canton, GA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 16 - 19 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Mail Clerk to support daily mailroom and administrative operations. This role is responsible for receiving, sorting, processing, and distributing incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and correspondence while ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and timely delivery. The ideal candidate is organized, reliable, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail, packages, and deliveries.</li><li>Prepare outgoing mail, including postage, labeling, and courier coordination.</li><li>Maintain logs and records of incoming and outgoing shipments.</li><li>Operate mailroom equipment such as postage meters, scanners, copiers, and folding machines.</li><li>Coordinate package pickups and deliveries with carriers including USPS, FedEx, UPS, and other couriers.</li><li>Process certified, registered, and overnight mail.</li><li>Verify shipping information and ensure accurate delivery to internal departments.</li><li>Assist with inventory management of mailroom supplies and equipment.</li><li>Perform basic administrative duties, including filing, scanning, and data entry.</li><li>Support office operations by delivering documents and materials throughout the facility.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of sensitive documents and communications.</li><li>Adhere to company policies and safety procedures.</li></ul>
  • 2026-07-24T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Duluth, GA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 34 - 36 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Full-Time Engagement Professionals practice. This is a permanent, full-time, onsite role where you will represent Robert Half as an employee, working onsite with clients on exciting accounting projects</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><br></p><p>Prepare and post journal entries and maintain the general ledger</p><p>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</p><p>Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies</p><p>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed</p><p>Analyze financial data and prepare reports for management</p><p>Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities</p><p>Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls</p><p>Support audit requests and prepare necessary documentation</p><p>Identify process improvement opportunities to increase efficiency</p>
  • 2026-08-03T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Lithonia, GA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 36 - 38 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support critical accounting and audit activities for a Long-term Contract position in Stonecrest, Georgia. This role will focus on strengthening the accuracy of financial records through account analysis, reconciliation work, and audit support across multiple reporting periods. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in general ledger accounting, can investigate complex variances, and is comfortable partnering with finance leaders and external auditors in a deadline-driven environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct in-depth reconciliations for bank accounts and key balance sheet accounts to confirm accuracy and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Assemble, review, and validate audit schedules, workpapers, and supporting records before submission to external auditors.<br>• Partner with auditors during audit engagements by delivering requested financial data, explanations, and account support in a timely manner.<br>• Investigate outstanding accounting issues spanning multiple fiscal years and help drive resolution of unreconciled items.<br>• Maintain fixed asset records and supporting schedules, ensuring documentation is current, organized, and aligned with financial reporting needs.<br>• Analyze unusual transactions, identify account variances, and prepare corrective entries or recommendations as needed.<br>• Work closely with accounting consultants and finance leadership to address historical accounting matters and improve overall audit preparedness.<br>• Prepare clear documentation of reconciliation methods, findings, and corrective actions to support financial cleanup and recovery efforts.<br>• Contribute to efforts involving concurrent audit-year completion to help the organization move back toward current audit standing.
  • 2026-07-30T00:00:00Z