13 Results for Payroll Accountant Jobs in Salt Lake City, UT

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Payroll Accountant

Salt Lake City, UT
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Temporary / Contract
26.6 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to support payroll and personnel accounting activities for a Contract position based in Salt Lake City, Utah. In this role, you will manage end-to-end weekly payroll operations, maintain accurate records, and prepare required reporting across multiple jurisdictions. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll accounting knowledge, sound judgment with confidential information, and the ability to keep payroll processes accurate, timely, and compliant. Responsibilities: • Manage the complete weekly payroll cycle, including reviewing hours, validating pay details, generating payroll records, and coordinating distribution of employee pay cards. • Administer certified payroll activities by examining time entries and confirming that wage rates align with job-specific requirements. • Maintain payroll data on scheduled deadlines and prepare payroll recap documentation to support accurate federal tax deposit filing. • Produce and submit recurring payroll filings and year-end documents, including weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for tax and withholding obligations. • Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts each month and ensure balances match supporting payroll reports. • Process accounts payable checks and related documentation for work performed across multiple states. • Support payroll, workers’ compensation, unemployment, and tax audits by organizing records and responding to documentation requests. • Identify opportunities to improve payroll efficiency and recommend practical process enhancements for both field and office operations. • Allocate payroll cost charges between entities and provide clear supporting details to the accounts payable team.
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Salt Lake City, UT
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to support payroll operations for an organization in Salt Lake City, Utah. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage payroll activities with accuracy, discretion, and strong attention to detail while supporting reporting and compliance needs. The role will work across weekly payroll processing, tax-related reporting, account reconciliation, and audit support to help maintain smooth and reliable payroll administration. Responsibilities:• Manage weekly payroll processing from start to finish, including reviewing hours worked, validating pay details, generating payroll reports, and coordinating pay card distribution.• Administer certified payroll activities by examining job-based time records and confirming that wage rates align with project and compliance requirements.• Maintain payroll records on schedule and prepare payroll recap documentation to support timely and accurate federal tax deposit filings.• Produce and submit recurring payroll reports across weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual cycles, including year-end wage statements and required federal and state withholding documentation.• Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts each month and ensure payroll records align with financial reporting.• Prepare accounts payable checks and supporting documentation for operations conducted in multiple states.• Provide documentation and assistance during payroll, workers’ compensation, unemployment, and payroll tax audits.• Identify opportunities to improve payroll workflows for both field and office teams and recommend practical process enhancements.• Coordinate intercompany payroll cost transfers and supply complete backup details to support accounts payable processing.
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Murray, UT
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Temporary / Contract
24 - 27 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join a growing organization in Murray, Utah. This position is responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time, maintaining employee payroll records, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and providing exceptional support to employees regarding payroll-related questions. <ul><li>Process weekly, bi-weekly, or semi-monthly payroll for employees</li><li>Review and verify timesheets, wage calculations, and payroll deductions</li><li>Maintain payroll records and employee information within payroll systems</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li><li>Process garnishments, wage assignments, and other payroll adjustments</li><li>Coordinate payroll-related activities with Human Resources and Accounting teams</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and assist with month-end processes</li></ul>
2026-10-29T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Salt Lake City, UT
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Temporary to Hire
26 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to join a team in Salt Lake City, Utah in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position focuses on accurate payroll execution, incentive compensation administration, and regulatory compliance for a diverse employee population. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with ADP Workforce Now, sharp analytical ability, and a high standard of discretion when handling sensitive payroll and compensation information. Responsibilities: • Manage weekly, biweekly, and off-cycle payroll processing for employees while ensuring timely and accurate payments. • Maintain payroll and compensation records in ADP Workforce Now, including updates related to pay rates, job status changes, leave activity, and final pay calculations. • Examine payroll inputs such as earnings, deductions, taxes, benefits, garnishments, and timekeeping data to identify and correct discrepancies before payroll is finalized. • Administer commission, bonus, and incentive pay programs across sales, operations, and corporate teams, including calculation validation and documentation support. • Prepare payroll reconciliations and reporting for internal stakeholders, providing analysis on payroll results and compensation payout trends. • Support compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws by applying current requirements related to wage and hour rules, overtime, and tax obligations. • Act as a key resource for ADP Workforce Now payroll functionality by maintaining system configurations, reporting structures, and payroll-related codes. • Assist with payroll system testing, upgrades, issue resolution, and process documentation to strengthen accuracy, consistency, and operational efficiency. • Process garnishments, tax levies, child support orders, and year-end payroll activities, including reconciliation support for W-2 preparation and audits.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Sandy, UT
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Manager to lead accurate, compliant payroll operations for a multi-state workforce in the Salt Lake City area. This position oversees end-to-end payroll review and approval, strengthens internal controls, and ensures payroll data is validated before each processing cycle. The role also partners across HR, finance, and compliance functions to support reporting, tax filings, audits, and continuous improvement within Paycom. Responsibilities:• Oversee each payroll cycle by validating employee data changes, pay calculations, hours worked, deductions, and special wage requirements before final submission.• Act as the primary approval authority for payroll processing, including regular, bonus, off-cycle, manual, and corrected payments.• Reconcile payroll-related accounting activity by confirming journal entries are posted correctly and balancing payroll general ledger accounts during pay periods and month-end close.• Review court-ordered deductions and tax-related withholdings to ensure setup accuracy, proper priority, and compliance with applicable regulations.• Manage payroll operations in Paycom by clearing audit reports, reviewing pre-processing registers, monitoring imports, and maintaining reporting that supports compliance and internal review.• Administer payroll system controls by overseeing user access, permission structures, approval workflows, and periodic access audits to reduce risk.• Coordinate quarterly and annual payroll tax activities, including review of filings, wage statements, corrections, and jurisdictional tax setup for multiple states and localities.• Support certified and prevailing-wage payroll requirements by reviewing required reports and maintaining documentation aligned with contract and regulatory standards.• Lead or assist with internal and external payroll audits, investigate discrepancies to identify root causes, and implement corrective actions that improve long-term accuracy.• Supervise payroll support staff by setting priorities, providing training and coaching, and facilitating regular team communication to maintain service quality and accountability.the
2026-10-26T00:00:00Z

Advisor, Payroll Tax & Accounting

South Jordan, UT
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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. Responsibilities: • Manage payroll tax and statutory compliance activities to ensure filings, remittances, and related obligations are completed accurately and within required deadlines. • Review payroll submissions and supporting data, confirming amounts are properly reported and addressing issues before external filings are finalized. • Prepare and analyze compliance reports, identify inconsistencies in payroll tax data, and take corrective action to resolve reporting differences. • Reconcile payroll tax accounts and compare general ledger balances to statutory records to maintain alignment between payroll and finance. • Research variances across payroll results, accounting entries, and government filings, then coordinate with internal stakeholders to resolve root causes. • Enhance and maintain internal controls that support payroll tax reporting, statutory compliance, and risk reduction. • Lead year-end payroll tax reporting activities, including preparation, validation, correction, and amendment of required tax forms and related documentation. • Provide technical guidance to payroll team members by sharing subject matter expertise, documenting procedures, and supporting process improvements that increase accuracy and efficiency.
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Draper, UT
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join a growing organization in Draper, Utah. This position will play a key role in supporting the accounting department through general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities.The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in accounting principles, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal teams: <ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries</li><li>Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes</li><li>Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts</li><li>Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules</li><li>Review and analyze financial data for accuracy and completeness</li><li>Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting activities</li></ul>
2026-10-29T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

West Valley City, UT
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Temporary / Contract
29 - 29 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support core accounting activities in Utah. This long-term ongoing contract position is well suited for a finance specialist who is comfortable working with cash activity, reconciliations, and monthly close tasks in a fast-paced environment. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to accurate financial reporting, strengthen process consistency, and partner with internal stakeholders on day-to-day accounting operations. Responsibilities:• Manage daily and periodic cash-related accounting tasks to help maintain accurate visibility into company cash activity and reporting.• Prepare and complete bank account reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve outstanding items in a timely manner.• Assist with month-end close by recording journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and supporting the preparation of financial results.• Use Microsoft Excel to analyze financial data, build reports, and support recurring and ad hoc accounting review needs.• Maintain organized documentation and apply sound accounting practices to support compliance with internal controls.• Work with cross-functional teams and external audit partners by providing clear schedules, reconciliations, and supporting records.• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows and help increase efficiency across reconciliation and reporting activities.
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Salt Lake City, UT
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 24 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk for a contract opportunity in Salt Lake City, Utah. This role will be responsible for processing invoices, reconciling vendor accounts, and supporting daily accounting operations. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, and experience working in a high-volume accounting environment. <ul><li>Process vendor invoices accurately and timely</li><li>Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation</li><li>Code invoices and enter data into the accounting system</li><li>Prepare and process weekly check runs and electronic payments</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status</li><li>Maintain accurate accounts payable records and documentation</li></ul>
2026-10-29T00:00:00Z

Senior Advisor, Payroll Tax & Accounting (18-Month Fixed)

South Jordan, UT
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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. Responsibilities: • Oversee payroll tax compliance activities and provide senior-level guidance to ensure statutory filings, remittances, and reporting obligations are completed accurately and on time. • Manage year-end payroll reporting from preparation through final review, including tax slips, reconciliations, corrections, and documentation needed for approval and sign-off. • Review payroll-related general ledger activity and statutory account balances, investigate variances, and resolve issues that may affect financial accuracy or compliance. • Serve as the lead contact for payroll tax reviews, regulatory examinations, and audit requests, coordinating responses and maintaining supporting records. • Advise stakeholders on compliance exposure, control effectiveness, and corrective actions to reduce risk and improve reporting integrity. • Document key payroll tax processes, controls, and risk considerations while supporting structured knowledge transfer for critical responsibilities. • Partner with payroll operations, finance, accounting, tax specialists, auditors, and regulatory bodies to address escalated payroll tax and compliance matters. • Contribute to month-end and year-end accounting activities by supporting reconciliations, journal-related review needs, and alignment between payroll outputs and financial records.
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Park City, UT
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 29 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Park City, Utah on a Contract basis. This opportunity is ideal for someone with hands-on experience processing payables who can manage invoice activity with accuracy and consistency. The role focuses on supporting daily payment operations, maintaining organized financial records, and helping ensure timely disbursements to vendors. Responsibilities: • Review incoming invoices, assign accurate account codes, and prepare documentation for entry into the payable system. • Process accounts payable transactions efficiently while verifying amounts, approvals, and supporting records before payment. • Coordinate ACH payments and check runs to help ensure vendors are paid correctly and on schedule. • Reconcile payable details and resolve discrepancies by working with internal contacts and external vendors as needed. • Maintain complete and organized payment records, including invoice files and remittance documentation. • Monitor outstanding items and follow up on pending approvals or missing information to keep payment workflows moving. • Support routine reporting related to payable activity, payment status, and open balances for the finance team.
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Salt Lake City, UT
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Permanent / Full Time
140000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Manager to oversee core accounting operations for our manufacturing organization in Salt Lake City, Utah. This role will guide the close cycle, support accurate financial reporting, and serve as a key resource for technical accounting matters across the business. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, sound judgment, and a practical approach to improving processes while maintaining reliable controls. Responsibilities: • Direct monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities to deliver complete and accurate financial results on schedule. • Lead, coach, and develop accounting staff, building technical capability and encouraging a culture of accountability and continuous growth. • Evaluate complex accounting activity and apply company policies consistently to support compliant financial reporting. • Work closely with operational and corporate partners to address accounting issues and streamline workflows across departments. • Oversee the design and effectiveness of internal controls to protect financial integrity and support compliance efforts. • Coordinate audit support by preparing requested documentation, answering inquiries, and facilitating communication with external auditors. • Review financial performance, identify unexpected fluctuations, and provide clear analysis to help management understand results. • Advance accounting procedures and reporting practices to improve efficiency without weakening control standards. • Contribute to special initiatives such as system implementations, acquisitions, and broader process improvement efforts. • Act as an internal subject matter expert for technical accounting questions and related guidance.
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Salt Lake City, UT
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to support a metal fabrication operation in Salt Lake City, Utah. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for an accounting specialist who can combine strong cost accounting knowledge with practical experience in manufacturing and order-to-cash activities. The role will contribute to financial accuracy, cost visibility, and day-to-day accounting support while working closely with operational teams. Responsibilities: • Prepare and maintain cost accounting records to support accurate tracking of material, labor, and overhead within a manufacturing environment. • Analyze standard costs and actual results, investigate variances, and highlight key cost drivers affecting production and profitability. • Record journal entries and support general ledger accuracy through timely reconciliation and review of financial activity. • Assist with order-to-cash processes by monitoring transactions, resolving discrepancies, and helping ensure complete and accurate revenue-related reporting. • Partner with accounting and operations personnel to improve visibility into product costing and manufacturing performance. • Build and maintain Excel-based reports using formulas, PivotTables, and lookup functions to support analysis and decision-making. • Contribute to month-end and periodic close activities by preparing schedules, validating data, and supporting financial reporting requirements.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

13 results for Payroll Accountant in Salt Lake City, UT