Payroll Accountant Job at Robert Half (New York)

Payroll - HR - Accounting

The selected candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining personnel records...

Location

United States , Monroeville

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of experience in Payroll, HR, or Accounting roles
Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems
Demonstrated knowledge of Accounting Functions
Experience in managing Accounts Payable (AP)
Familiarity with Benefit Functions

Job Responsibility

Accurately process biweekly payroll for employees, including deductions, taxes, and garnishments
Maintain personnel records, track attendance, and manage the process for new hires and terminations
Manage and maintain company credit card accounts, including adding and removing cardholders, reconciling accounts, and handling disputes and fraud cases
Carry out bank reconciliations and bookkeeping for small rental entities
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, and stay updated on changes in these regulations
Prepare and distribute payroll reports to management and CPAs, and file payroll tax returns as required
Handle unemployment claims and manage health insurance and 401k plans for employees
Perform account reconciliation and manage accounts payable processes
Support the Accounting Department by processing and recording transactions, updating ledgers, and analyzing general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy of balances and financial records
Utilize accounting software systems to perform various accounting functions

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Payroll Accountant

A permanent employment opportunity for a Payroll Accountant located in Metairie,...

Location

United States , Metairie

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proficiency in Accounting Functions
Experience with bi-Monthly Payroll processing
Knowledge in Full Cycle Payroll operations
Familiarity with Multi-state Payroll
Capability to handle Payroll for 101 - 500 Employees
Proficiency in managing Payroll - Manual
Expertise in Payroll - In-House
Ability to file Payroll Tax Returns
Experience in processing Bi-weekly Payroll

Job Responsibility

Manage the accurate and timely processing of the company's payroll
Handle multi-state SUTA and FUTA
Liaise with the HR department to implement payroll procedures
Prepare and upload payroll tax returns
Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal wage and hour laws
Troubleshoot any payroll discrepancies and rectify them
Review and implement improvements to payroll policies and procedures
Administer multi-state payroll duties
Oversee the execution of in-house, manual payroll for employees, including both hourly-wage and salaried personnel

What we offer

medical insurance
vision insurance
dental insurance
life and disability insurance
eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Senior Payroll GL Accountant

Atlassian is looking for a passionate Payroll Accountant to join our Global Payr...

Location

United States

Salary:

89600.00 - 144000.00 USD / Year

Atlassian

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of experience in Payroll accounting, GL accounting, or a related area
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent practical experience
Proficiency in large ERP system (Oracle Fusion, Workday)
Advanced Excel skills with experience in data analysis
A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams
Exceptional time management skills with the ability to prioritize responsibilities
Must be comfortable working with a remote manager and global team

Job Responsibility

Take ownership of global payroll related month-end activities including journal entries, accruals, estimates, and reconciliations
Perform variance and flux analysis on employee expenses, benefits costs, and various payroll balance sheet accounts
Assist in audits by preparing PBC schedules, compiling supporting documentation, and offering detailed insights into payroll processes to facilitate both internal and external audits
Collaborate with Payroll Operations, FP&A, Tax, Legal, HR and other cross-functional teams to gather data, improve processes, and support business needs
Participate in projects and support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for system enhancements or new implementations
Identify process improvement, automation opportunities and implement solutions to help improve efficiency and reduce risk

What we offer

Health coverage
Paid volunteer days
Wellness resources

Fulltime

Payroll Accountant

We are seeking a highly skilled, detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Account...

Location

United States of America , Tempe

Salary:

Not provided

Circle K

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field
Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll accounting or a similar role
Strong analytical skills
Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy while meeting tight deadlines
Ability to handle confidential information with integrity
Strong communication, interpersonal, and stress management skills
General ledger accounting experience required
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
Experience with PDI and Workday a plus

Job Responsibility

Analyze and prepare journal entries in PDI
Calculate fiscal period accruals related to payroll
Prepare fiscal period General Ledger Balance Sheet account reconciliations in Blackline
Prepare and analyze payroll reports for management review
Resolve payroll discrepancies and answer payroll questions asked by management and colleagues with excellent customer service
Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and regulations by adherence to internal controls, corporate policies and governmental regulations
Prepare documentation of internal controls to ensure accuracy and completeness of payroll accounting records and participate in payroll audits, internal control audits, and the year-end financial statement audit
Monitor changes in payroll laws and regulations and accounting rules through research, workshops, publications, and HR notifications
communicate changes to internal groups and ensure proper implementation of changes and training as needed

Fulltime

Accounts Payable and Payroll Supervisor

This role involves overseeing operational staff, managing full-cycle accounts pa...

Location

United States , Dallas

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree preferred
5 + years of experience in Accounts Payable and Multi-State Payroll
Expertise in using accounting software systems
Thorough understanding of accounting functions
Extensive experience with Accounts Payable (AP)
Knowledge of UKG Pro

Job Responsibility

Oversee operations staff to ensure completion of all accounts payable and payroll functions for both domestic and international entities
Manage the complete accounts payable process, guaranteeing on-time and accurate payments to vendors
Foster and maintain vendor relationships, rectify payment discrepancies, and negotiate payment terms as necessary
Develop and implement accounts payable policies to enhance efficiency, compliance, and internal controls
Administer the corporate credit card program, including issuing cards, monitoring usage, and ensuring adherence to company policies
Audit and reconcile monthly credit card statements, identify and resolve any discrepancies
Work with employees to ensure proper documentation and approvals for credit card expenses
Manage the employee expense reimbursement process, ensuring prompt processing and adherence to company policies
Review and audit expense reports for accuracy, compliance, and proper documentation
Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation to enhance efficiency

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Payroll Accountant

We are in search of a proficient Payroll Accountant to become part of our team o...

Location

United States , New York

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Familiarity with ADP - Financial Services
Comprehensive understanding of Accounting Functions
Experience in Auditing Payroll
Ability to perform Reconciliations
Expertise in Payroll Tax Reporting & Compliance

Job Responsibility

Utilize your skills in accounting software systems to ensure accurate processing of payroll
Oversee the reconciliation of payroll for 8-10 properties, ensuring all records are up to date
Ensure compliance with payroll tax reporting standards and regulations
Use ADP - Financial Services for efficient and accurate payroll processing
Manage a backlog of payroll reconciliation requiring immediate attention
Support the audit planning process for FY2023 and FY2024
Contribute to the preparation of consolidated audited financial statements
Oversee accounting functions, applying accrual accounting principles where necessary
Conduct auditing tasks as required to maintain compliance and accuracy in financial reporting

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Payroll Accountant

The selected candidate will be joining a team within the financial services indu...

Location

United States , Troy, MI

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems
Experience with ADP - Financial Services
Proficiency in using ADP Workforce Now
Experience with Ceridian software
Familiarity with Concur software
Knowledge of 401k - RRSP Administration
Experience with About Time software
Ability to handle all Accounting Functions
Understanding of Accrual Accounting principles
Experience in Auditing

Job Responsibility

Ensuring the accurate calculation, reporting, and remittance of all payroll taxes at the federal, state, and local levels
Keeping up to date with changes in tax legislation and modifying payroll systems to accommodate these changes
Assisting with payroll tax audits and responding to inquiries from government agencies
Processing various employee garnishments, including child support, tax levies, and creditor garnishments
Communicating with employees and external agencies regarding garnishment orders and ensuring timely payments in compliance with legal requirements
Utilizing a specific payroll processing system, with a focus on tax and garnishment modules, and providing technical support for the system
Collaborating with the HRIS team to improve system functionalities
Reconciling payroll tax filings and garnishment deductions, preparing and reviewing payroll reports for accuracy and compliance
Analyzing payroll data to identify discrepancies and implementing corrective actions

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligibility to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Accounting Payroll Auditor

As a Payroll Auditor you will work in-person at our CPA firm in Marlton, NJ as p...

Location

United States , Marlton

Salary:

Not provided

Baratz & Associates

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience conducting payroll audits of multiemployer plans (Taft Hartley, Labor Union Plans)
A bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university preferred
Other majors would be considered alongside experience with multiemployer plan payroll auditing
3-5 years of experience in payroll auditing
Ability to read, understand and apply provisions within collective bargaining agreements and plan documents
Proficient with Microsoft Excel (ability to use text, date, lookup, writing formulas, math functions, etc)
Ability to work independently
Ability to lead and motivate a team
Experience reading and analyzing collective bargaining agreements and plan documents
Candidates must be detail-oriented, self-starters, and demonstrate excellent computer, analytical and effective communication skills

Job Responsibility

Traveling (locally) 25-50% to employer locations to verify employer compliance with contract requirements
Preparing payroll audit reports for management review
Identifying non-reconciled units
Using knowledge, experience, and discernment in decision-making dealing with sensitive situations and ambiguous information
Perform analysis of records to complete assigned testing procedures to meet testing objectives and Trust requirements
Work independently to complete large, complex jobs
Communicating objectives and procedures to be performed and monitoring progress of the job if assigned as project-lead
Communicating directly with employers to confirm scheduled appointments, coordinate requests for records, and discuss findings
Working with Payroll Audit leadership to resolve audit questions and challenges
Providing timely status updates on assigned work to management

What we offer

100% paid individual healthcare, life and long-term disability insurance
401(k) plan
section 125
generous paid time off
paid holidays
Professional continuing education and development opportunities

Fulltime

Payroll Accountant

Robert Half

Location:
United States , New York

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Job Posted:
May 09, 2026

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