We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team in Raleigh, North Carolina. This position is a Contract to permanent opportunity in the social care/services industry, offering the chance to contribute to a dynamic and detail-oriented payroll environment. The ideal candidate will excel in managing payroll processes, ensuring compliance, and delivering exceptional customer service.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process full-cycle payroll for employees across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Utilize advanced Excel functions, including V-Lookups, to analyze and manage payroll data effectively.<br>• Conduct audits to ensure payroll compliance and identify discrepancies.<br>• Prepare detailed reports on payroll activities and employee compensation.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to investigate and evaluate potential new states for payroll operations.<br>• Handle payroll garnishments and other deductions with precision.<br>• Provide excellent customer service to address payroll-related inquiries and concerns.<br>• Work with UKG Pro software to manage payroll operations efficiently.<br>• Maintain meticulous attention to detail in all payroll tasks to uphold accuracy.<br>• Support the team in maintaining compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Raleigh, North Carolina. This position plays a vital role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations. If you have a strong background in payroll accounting and are attentive to details, this opportunity could be a great fit for you.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process payroll for employees across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable laws.<br>• Perform thorough reconciliations of payroll accounts, including deductions, taxes, and retirement contributions.<br>• Monitor and address overpayments, benefit adjustments, and special payment requests to maintain payroll integrity.<br>• Collaborate with HR and fiscal teams to ensure smooth payroll operations and adherence to established policies.<br>• Utilize ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll processes efficiently and accurately.<br>• Generate reports and analyze payroll data to identify discrepancies and resolve issues promptly.<br>• Maintain detailed records of payroll transactions and ensure proper documentation for audits.<br>• Assist in implementing best practices for payroll operations to enhance efficiency and compliance.<br>• Provide support for inquiries related to payroll and benefits, ensuring timely and thorough responses.<br>• Stay updated on changes in payroll regulations and apply relevant updates to processes.
<p>Robert Half has partnered with a rapidly growing company in Raleigh, North Carolina to assist them in hiring an experienced Payroll Manager. This role is 100% onsite and requires 5+ years of payroll supervisory experience. </p><p>The Payroll Manager leads day-to-day payroll operations, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing across a diverse, multi-jurisdiction workforce. This role partners closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to support operational excellence and continuous improvement within payroll. </p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead, manage and train the payroll team</li><li>Lead weekly payroll processing</li><li>Oversee pay updates related to contract changes and wage requirements</li><li>Manage payroll corrections, adjustments, bonuses, and commissions</li><li>Administer year‑end activities, including W‑2 adjustments and reporting</li><li>Maintain payroll tax setup, filings support, and compliance reporting</li><li>Review payroll reports, variance analyses, and audit documentation</li><li>Maintain PTO programs, deductions, proration, and final pay calculations</li><li>Execute monthly payroll accruals and accounting entries</li><li>Manage payroll system access, controls, and data security</li><li>Serve as escalation point for payroll issues and employee inquiries</li><li>Partner with HR, Finance, Operations, and field leaders on payroll initiatives</li></ul><p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>5+ years of payroll leadership experience in a multi-state environment</li><li>Experience supporting large, high volume payroll operations</li><li>Strong working knowledge of payroll tax, wage & hour, and regulatory compliance</li><li>Hands-on experience with payroll systems, reporting, and audits</li><li>Ability to manage complex pay scenarios (commissions, bonuses, prevailing wages)</li><li>Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills</li><li>Clear and effective communicator with a collaborative mindset</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Join our team to deliver high-touch bookkeeping and accounting services to a portfolio of advisory and tax clients. The Staff Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing day-to-day accounting (AP/AR, payroll, reconciliations), supporting monthly/year-end close, and preparing financial reports. Success in this client-facing, multi-entity environment requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proactive client communication.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage general ledgers and reconcile financial transactions across multiple clients</li><li>Oversee AP/AR, payroll processing (Gusto or similar), and related filings</li><li>Perform monthly bank/credit card reconciliations</li><li>Support monthly and year-end close, ensuring complete, accurate financial data</li><li>Prepare monthly financial statements and audit-ready records</li><li>Communicate directly with clients to resolve issues and provide updates</li><li>Collaborate with internal tax/advisory teams</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Associate’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred</li><li>2–4 years’ multi-client bookkeeping/accounting experience</li><li>Proficient in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel</li><li>Strong understanding of accounting principles and processes</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliverables independently</li></ul><p><strong>Preferred:</strong></p><ul><li>Financial advisory or outsourced accounting firm experience</li><li>Payroll processing (Gusto or similar), payroll tax filings</li><li>Experience with multi-entity bookkeeping</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits:</strong> Flexible schedule, health insurance, paid time off</p>
<p>Robert Half is recruiting for a Staff Accountant on an exclusive basis to join our client's team. In this role, you will handle a variety of accounting functions, including general ledger management, financial reconciliations, and preparing consolidated financial statements. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic organization within a high growth industry.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and document complex journal entries for areas such as cash, prepaids, accrued expenses, deferred revenue, fixed assets, leases, debt, interest rate swaps, and operating expenses and revenues.</p><p>• Record and reconcile intercompany transactions, including payables, receivables, investments, and lease payments.</p><p>• Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Coordinate and manage fund flow requests, ensuring timely processing and recording.</p><p>• Conduct ad hoc analyses and provide detailed reports as needed.</p><p>• Prepare eliminating journal entries for intercompany activities and create consolidated financial statements for investors, lenders, and management.</p><p>• Compile and review reports, such as debt covenant ratios, ensuring they meet organizational requirements.</p><p>• Assist in the preparation of annual audited financial statements and footnotes, collaborating with external auditors during the audit process.</p><p>• Support the onboarding of new funds by performing cost segregations for fixed assets.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration please apply or contact directly Steve Field at 919-787-8226 or DM on LinkedIn. </p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Raleigh, North Carolina. This Contract to permanent position offers the opportunity to contribute to the financial success of a respected organization in the social care/services industry. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in accounting principles and a passion for accuracy and problem-solving.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial schedules or reports.<br>• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules for monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.<br>• Support cost reporting activities and manage non-profit-related invoices.<br>• Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset system to ensure accurate records.<br>• Collaborate with the team to ensure compliance with accounting standards and organizational policies.<br>• Analyze financial data to identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.<br>• Contribute to the improvement of accounting processes and operational efficiency.<br>• Stay up-to-date with relevant regulations, particularly those impacting non-profit accounting.<br>• Provide support during audits by gathering necessary documentation and responding to inquiries.