<p>We are looking for a skilled Payroll Accountant to join our team in the Southeast area / Asheville, NC. This is a contract to hire position ideal for someone with attention to detail, expertise in managing full-cycle payroll processes, and ensuring compliance with payroll regulations. The role requires strong knowledge of multi-state payroll, accounting practices and proficiency in Paylocity. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and manage comprehensive payroll cycles, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Utilize Paylocity and Deltec to execute payroll and accounting tasks.</p><p>• Maintain meticulous employee records.</p><p>• Handle multi-state payroll operations, adhering to local and federal regulations.</p><p>• Prepare and file payroll tax reports, ensuring compliance with tax laws.</p><p>• Experience in accounting practices and payroll reconciliations and journal entries.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies or issues promptly.</p><p>• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to ensure seamless payroll integration.</p><p>• Maintain detailed payroll documentation for auditing and reporting purposes.</p><p>• Stay updated on changing payroll regulations and implement necessary adjustments.</p><p>• Provide support and expertise for payroll-related inquiries from employees.</p><p>• Assist in process improvement initiatives to enhance payroll efficiency.</p>