<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' 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>
<p><strong>Assistant Director of Corporate Accounting</strong></p><p>The Assistant Director of Corporate Accounting will lead the full corporate accounting function for the organization, overseeing all accounting operations outside of property management accounting. This is a highly visible leadership role responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of the corporate accounting cycle across multiple affiliated entities. Reporting directly to the Director of Accounting, this position will also supervise at least one direct report and play a key role in process improvement, financial reporting, and cross-functional support.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities</u></strong></p><ul><li>Own and manage the full corporate accounting cycle, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, journal entries, month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting</li><li>Oversee intercompany accounting activities, including transaction processing, reconciliations, and eliminations across affiliated entities</li><li>Lead end-to-end payroll processing through Paylocity for approximately 60 employees, including both exempt and non-exempt populations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness</li><li>Support and drive the corporate budgeting and forecasting process, including variance analysis and management reporting for leadership</li><li>Manage project accounting for self-performed tenant improvement and capital improvement work, including cost tracking, reporting, and coordination with operational stakeholders</li><li>Oversee billing and revenue tracking for leased membership and event space</li><li>Identify and implement systems enhancements, workflow improvements, and scalable accounting processes across multiple business segments</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with leadership and operating teams to improve financial visibility, strengthen internal controls, and support strategic decision-making</li><li>Supervise, mentor, and develop direct report(s), helping build a high-performing accounting function</li></ul><p><br></p>