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16 results for Payroll Accountant in Lehi, UT

Payroll Specialist
  • Lindon, Utah
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 29 - 34 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a diverse client base in Lindon, Utah. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can manage multiple payroll cycles, and delivers excellent service while maintaining strict accuracy. The role requires strong knowledge of multi-state payroll regulations, careful recordkeeping, and a proactive approach to resolving payroll issues.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer complete payroll processing for multiple client accounts, ensuring timely completion across weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly schedules.<br>• Review and update employee payroll data, including onboarding details, separations, compensation changes, garnishments, deductions, and benefits-related adjustments.<br>• Reconcile payroll registers and verify batch accuracy before final submission to prevent payment discrepancies.<br>• Handle special payroll situations such as off-cycle payments, manual checks, voided checks, and payroll reversals when required.<br>• Address payroll-related questions from clients and employees regarding earnings statements, direct deposit setup, tax withholding, and year-end forms in a responsive manner.<br>• Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local payroll requirements across multiple jurisdictions and support accurate tax-related processing.<br>• Work closely with HR, benefits, and tax teams to investigate discrepancies and maintain smooth payroll operations for assigned accounts.<br>• Preserve accurate payroll documentation and assist with quarter-end and year-end activities, including preparation of W-2 records.
  • 2026-09-25T00:00:00Z
Payroll Clerk
  • Salt Lake City, Utah
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Opening for a Payroll Clerk seeking a company they can grow in. The right Payroll Clerk for this role is someone achievement-oriented and focused on their work.</p><p><br></p><p>The Payroll Clerk will be over:</p><p>·        Contact employees via email and phone to obtain timesheet approvals</p><p>·        Deliver instruction/training to employees regarding the use of payroll-related systems including entry of timesheets, online access of pay statements, etc.</p><p>·        Perform clerical duties such as filing, scanning, faxing, photocopying, etc.</p><p>·        Data entry into Excel and the ADP payroll system</p>
  • 2026-09-24T00:00:00Z
Advisor, Payroll Tax & Accounting
  • South Jordan, Utah
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 118000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced payroll tax and accounting specialist to join a leading organization in the energy and natural resources sector in South Jordan, Utah. This role focuses on statutory payroll compliance, reconciliation accuracy, and year-end reporting, while serving as a knowledgeable partner to payroll and finance teams. The ideal candidate brings strong Canadian payroll tax expertise, a control-oriented mindset, and the ability to improve processes through careful analysis and collaboration.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage payroll tax and statutory compliance activities to ensure filings, remittances, and related obligations are completed accurately and within required deadlines.<br>• Review payroll submissions and supporting data, confirming amounts are properly reported and addressing issues before external filings are finalized.<br>• Prepare and analyze compliance reports, identify inconsistencies in payroll tax data, and take corrective action to resolve reporting differences.<br>• Reconcile payroll tax accounts and compare general ledger balances to statutory records to maintain alignment between payroll and finance.<br>• Research variances across payroll results, accounting entries, and government filings, then coordinate with internal stakeholders to resolve root causes.<br>• Enhance and maintain internal controls that support payroll tax reporting, statutory compliance, and risk reduction.<br>• Lead year-end payroll tax reporting activities, including preparation, validation, correction, and amendment of required tax forms and related documentation.<br>• Provide technical guidance to payroll team members by sharing subject matter expertise, documenting procedures, and supporting process improvements that increase accuracy and efficiency.
  • 2026-09-16T00:00:00Z
Corporate Accountant
  • Salt Lake City, Utah
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Corporate Accountant to support core accounting operations for a chemicals manufacturing organization in Salt Lake City, Utah. This position contributes to accurate financial reporting by assisting with close activities, preparing supporting analyses, and coordinating with teams across the business. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in general ledger accounting, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Support monthly close activities by preparing journal entries, reviewing financial data, and completing reconciliations on schedule.<br>• Create accounting reports, schedules, and supporting analyses that help management and operational teams understand financial results.<br>• Maintain general ledger accuracy through account analysis and timely resolution of discrepancies.<br>• Partner with internal and external auditors by gathering requested documentation and explaining accounting support materials.<br>• Work closely with supervisors, finance colleagues, and field personnel to collect information and clarify accounting matters.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate variances to ensure cash activity is recorded correctly.<br>• Organize daily and monthly priorities to meet reporting deadlines and support broader business objectives.
  • 2026-09-21T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Murray, Utah
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 24 - 24 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We have an opening for a highly skilled and dynamic Accounts Payable Clerk. The right applicant for this Accounts Payable Clerk role will be someone who is innovative and self-driven. </p><p>The Accounts Payable Clerk will cover: </p><ul><li>Accurately review, code, and process vendor invoices. Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any issues </li><li>Collaborate with internal departments and external vendors to resolve invoice discrepancies or payment issues </li><li>Ensure timely and accurate payment of bills, including vendor invoices, credit card transactions, and employee reimbursements </li><li>Accounts payable research and analysis Third-party circuit cost management</li></ul>
  • 2026-10-01T00:00:00Z
Accounting Clerk
  • West Valley City, Utah
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23 - 24 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Seeking an exceptional Accounting Clerk for a client in West Valley. We are hiring for a fast-paced client in need of a thorough and organized Accounting Clerk to join their team.</p><p><br></p><p>The right Accounting Clerk for this role is someone who can handle:</p><ul><li>Support accounts payable: vendor invoices and disbursement filing, A/P invoice matching &amp; filing </li><li>Support accounts receivable: process daily invoices/credit, apply cash receipt, help with collection of past due balance </li><li>General accounting and administration support: help with G/L account reconciliation and month-end closing, other ad hoc projects </li><li>Correct transaction documents, which may require revision of other documents or entries as well as the original; may initiate other actions </li><li>Code documents that require knowledge in determining proper classification of expenditure codes and accounting codes. </li><li>Prepare statements and reports that require utilization of a variety of sources </li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-01T00:00:00Z
Senior Advisor, Payroll Tax & Accounting (18-Month Fixed)
  • South Jordan, Utah
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 118000 - 138000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced payroll tax and accounting specialist with strong attention to detail to support critical compliance and reporting activities in South Jordan, Utah. This position plays a key role in overseeing payroll-related statutory obligations, strengthening financial controls, and guiding complex year-end reporting requirements. The successful candidate will collaborate across payroll, finance, accounting, and external stakeholders to ensure accurate filings, timely reconciliations, and effective audit readiness.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee payroll tax compliance activities and provide senior-level guidance to ensure statutory filings, remittances, and reporting obligations are completed accurately and on time.<br>• Manage year-end payroll reporting from preparation through final review, including tax slips, reconciliations, corrections, and documentation needed for approval and sign-off.<br>• Review payroll-related general ledger activity and statutory account balances, investigate variances, and resolve issues that may affect financial accuracy or compliance.<br>• Serve as the lead contact for payroll tax reviews, regulatory examinations, and audit requests, coordinating responses and maintaining supporting records.<br>• Advise stakeholders on compliance exposure, control effectiveness, and corrective actions to reduce risk and improve reporting integrity.<br>• Document key payroll tax processes, controls, and risk considerations while supporting structured knowledge transfer for critical responsibilities.<br>• Partner with payroll operations, finance, accounting, tax specialists, auditors, and regulatory bodies to address escalated payroll tax and compliance matters.<br>• Contribute to month-end and year-end accounting activities by supporting reconciliations, journal-related review needs, and alignment between payroll outputs and financial records.
  • 2026-09-16T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Lindon, Utah
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced accounting specialist to lead core accounting operations and maintain accurate, timely financial reporting for a growing organization in Utah. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working hands-on across the full accounting cycle, strengthening internal controls, and creating scalable processes in a dynamic environment. The role also partners with leadership on planning activities and offers a path toward broader financial leadership over time.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the monthly and year-end close process, preparing journal entries, maintaining the general ledger, completing reconciliations, and issuing financial reports on a reliable timeline.<br>• Manage the company’s accounting records with a strong command of U.S. GAAP and accrual-based accounting practices, including supporting the shift from cash-based reporting through clear policies and effective controls.<br>• Oversee inventory accounting across multiple warehouse locations by coordinating cycle counts, conducting physical inventory reviews, and reconciling inventory balances to the ledger, including periodic site travel.<br>• Design, document, and enhance accounting procedures and internal controls to support growth and improve consistency within QuickBooks-driven workflows.<br>• Provide guidance and review for day-to-day work completed by accounting staff, including accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.<br>• Contribute to budget preparation, forecasting efforts, and financial analysis requests that help leaders make informed business decisions.<br>• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and visibility across accounting operations as the organization expands.
  • 2026-09-16T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Layton, Utah
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 31.9675 - 37.015 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Utah. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized and accurate, and who can manage complex financial activities, maintain accurate records, and contribute to a smooth month-end close process. The right candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to resolve issues efficiently in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead monthly close activities by preparing schedules, reviewing balances, and helping ensure timely completion of all required accounting tasks.<br>• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger through accurate recording, analysis, and follow-up on financial transactions.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation and a high degree of accuracy.<br>• Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies to resolution.<br>• Review and reconcile bank activity, ensuring cash records align with internal financial data and external statements.<br>• Analyze accounting issues, identify root causes, and recommend practical solutions to improve accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Support accounting processes that may involve system-related updates or changes while helping preserve data consistency and reporting reliability.
  • 2026-10-02T00:00:00Z
Accounts Receivable Clerk
  • West Valley City, Utah
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23 - 25 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk who is thorough and skilled in their work.</p><p><br></p><p>The right Accounts Receivable Clerk for this job is someone who: </p><ul><li>Generate accurate and timely invoices for services rendered, ensuring compliance with billing terms and contracts.</li><li>Accurately apply payments received to customer accounts, ensuring proper allocation.</li><li>Analyze and ensure accurate recording of revenue and intercompany transactions.</li><li>Reconcile payments received with invoices and resolve any discrepancies or issues promptly.  </li><li>Prepare and analyze accounts receivable aging reports, identifying open invoices, and taking appropriate actions to ensure payments are received.</li><li>Assist with month-end closing process and audits.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline and improve accounts receivable processes for increased efficiency.</li></ul>
  • 2026-09-24T00:00:00Z
Financial Accounting Analyst
  • Springville, Utah
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Financial Accounting Analyst to join our team in Utah. This role is ideal for someone who is detail oriented and can strengthen financial reporting, support payroll-related accounting, and deliver meaningful analysis that helps leaders manage costs effectively. You will work closely with a collaborative accounting group while contributing ideas that improve processes, maintain compliance, and support sound financial decision-making.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze budget performance against actual results, monitor departmental spending, and prepare forecasts to support operational planning.<br>• Evaluate labor, administrative, and overhead costs to help the business understand key cost drivers and improve financial visibility.<br>• Complete account reconciliations with a focus on payroll liabilities, accrual balances, and general ledger accuracy.<br>• Assist with payroll accounting activities while ensuring records are maintained in accordance with internal policies and applicable regulations.<br>• Identify opportunities to reduce expenses, strengthen financial controls, and improve workflows that support project profitability.<br>• Contribute to the development of accounting processes and reporting practices as the team continues to grow and evolve.<br>• Prepare ad hoc financial analysis and modeling to support management decisions and business performance reviews.
  • 2026-09-16T00:00:00Z
Bookkeeper
  • West Valley City, Utah
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 22 - 26 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support day-to-day financial operations for a Contract position based in West Valley City.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage routine bookkeeping activities by recording financial transactions accurately and maintaining up-to-date accounting records.</p><p>• Process accounts payable by reviewing invoices, preparing payments, and keeping vendor records organized.</p><p>• Oversee accounts receivable activities, including issuing invoices, monitoring outstanding balances, and supporting timely collections.</p><p>• Perform bank and account reconciliations to confirm that financial data matches supporting documentation and statements.</p><p>• Use QuickBooks to enter, track, and maintain financial information with a high level of accuracy.</p><p>• Review accounting entries for completeness and consistency to help support reliable financial reporting.</p><p>• Assist with resolving discrepancies in payments, receipts, and account balances in a timely manner.</p>
  • 2026-09-25T00:00:00Z
Billing Clerk
  • Murray, Utah
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is looking for a well-organized billing clerk with strong Microsoft Office skills and an attention for detail. If you&#39;re a self-starter looking to build your career in finance, this may be the job for you.</p><p><br></p><p>The Billing Clerk will be over:</p><p>·        Review, evaluate, and process bills or invoices for services rendered</p><p>·        Evaluate billing documents and other data for accuracy and completeness, obtaining missing or correct data when necessary </p><p>·        Build financial controls and procedures</p><p>·        Work closely with other functional teams to check data quality and consistency</p>
  • 2026-09-24T00:00:00Z
GL Accountant
  • Springville, Utah
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a GL Accountant. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys maintaining accurate financial records, supporting core accounting operations, and helping improve financial processes as the team continues to grow. The position offers the opportunity to contribute across general ledger activities, reconciliations, reporting, and cost analysis in a collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Maintain the general ledger by preparing and posting journal entries, reviewing account activity, and ensuring financial records remain accurate and current.</p><p>• Complete regular account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to support timely and reliable month-end and year-end close processes.</p><p>• Analyze operating expenses and business cost drivers, including areas such as labor, administrative functions, and shipping, to support informed financial decision-making.</p><p>• Prepare invoices, manage fixed asset accounting records, and assist with the creation of financial statements and balance sheet schedules.</p><p>• Support audit readiness by compiling documentation, preparing reports, and explaining findings or variances to internal accounting stakeholders.</p><p>• Contribute to tax-related accounting activities, including support for corporate tax and sales tax reporting requirements as needed.</p><p>• Evaluate accounting workflows and recommend practical improvements that strengthen compliance, control costs, and increase operational efficiency.</p><p>• Collaborate with a small accounting team to uphold company policies, meet reporting expectations, and support the development of scalable finance practices.</p>
  • 2026-09-11T00:00:00Z
Accounts Receivable
  • Murray, Utah
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 24 - 26 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We have a great opportunity for an Accounts Receivable Specialist. The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for managing incoming payments, maintaining accurate customer account records, and ensuring timely collection of outstanding invoices.</p><p><br></p><p>The AR Specialist will be over:</p><ul><li>Generate and distribute customer invoices accurately and timely.</li><li>Process customer payments received via check, ACH, wire transfer, credit card, and other payment methods.</li><li>Monitor accounts to identify outstanding balances and follow up on overdue accounts.</li><li>Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, payment issues, and customer inquiries.</li><li>Reconcile customer accounts and prepare aging reports.</li><li>Apply cash receipts and maintain accurate records within the accounting system.</li></ul>
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z
Accounts Receivable
  • Murray, Utah
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23 - 26 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are hiring for an Accounts Receivable Specialist. The right Accounts Receivable for this position is someone who is motivated, articulate in their work and able to prioritize tasks. </p><p><br></p><p>The Accounts Receivable Specialist will be over the following:</p><ul><li>Apply cash receipts and maintain accurate records within the accounting system.</li><li>Collaborate with sales, customer service, and accounting teams to resolve account issues.</li><li>Review credit limits and assist with credit evaluations as needed.</li><li>Maintain compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.</li><li>Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.</li><li>Prepare reports and provide analysis on collections performance and account status.</li><li>Assist with audits and documentation requests.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z