Payroll Accountant Job at Robert Half (Topeka)

Payroll Accountant

Exciting permanent opportunity for a Payroll Clerk with 2+ years of payroll expe...

Location

United States , Minneapolis

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Relative payroll software experience
Payroll for over 500 employees experience highly desired
Union and non-union experience preferred
Well-founded grasp of account reconciliation
Strong communication and interpersonal skills (verbal, written and listening)
Ability to easily learn new systems
Multi-state tax experience
Strong attention to detail
Fast and accurate data entry skills
Proficient with working knowledge of a variety of software packages such as Workday, UKG, ADP, Kronos, Ceridian, Paychex, ETC

Job Responsibility

Ensure timely and accurate processing of hourly and salary professionals through direct deposit and pay cards
Review and analyze payroll, benefit, and tax procedures
Ensure all payroll information and records are maintained in accordance with statutory requirements
Review and approve payroll procedures
Other duties as required

What we offer

Medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance
401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible)
Paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time
Paid holidays
Choice Time Off (CTO) up to 13 days per calendar year
Up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year
Free online training

Fulltime

Payroll Accountant

Payroll Accountant Direct Hire 4 days onsite in Sandy Springs, GA Do you have...

Location

United States , Atlanta

Salary:

Not provided

Tier4 Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required
5 – 10 years of previous payroll and accounting experience
Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) & strong knowledge of payroll systems and regulations
Excellent math and accounting skills
Self-starter with meticulous attention to detail
Highly prefer Paycor experience

Job Responsibility

Prepare and submit bi-weekly payroll
Maintain payroll records, handle payroll-related inquiries, and ensure compliance with payroll regulations and company policies
Record all revenue entries, calculate and record depreciation for fixed assets and manage amortization schedules for intangible assets
Maintain lease records and ensure proper accounting for lease transactions
Perform regular reconciliations of general ledger accounts
Investigate and resolve any discrepancies or variances identified during reconciliations
Ensure all financial records are accurate and up-to-date

What we offer

strong compensation
excellent benefits
catered lunch
onsite gym

Fulltime

Payroll Accountant

Lisa Cole with Robert Half is looking for a Payroll Accountant to support accura...

Location

United States , Sacramento

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred
Recent hands-on experience with full-cycle payroll administration, including multi-state payroll processing for a workforce of approximately 101 to 500 employees
Working knowledge of payroll taxes, employee deductions, accrual tracking, reconciliations, and payroll-related general ledger activity

Job Responsibility

Manage end-to-end biweekly payroll processing, ensuring wages, deductions, accruals, and special payments are calculated and submitted correctly
Administer payroll-related transactions such as garnishments, manual checks, benefit allocations, housing allowances, mileage, travel reimbursements, and other approved payments
Review and reconcile payroll deductions, benefit liabilities, and payroll balance sheet accounts to maintain accurate financial records
Prepare payroll journal entries, post adjustments to the general ledger, and coordinate payroll reclassifications with accounting team members
Handle federal and state payroll tax activities, including recurring filings, payments, and required monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting
Respond to payroll questions from supervisors, employees, and administrators, and investigate discrepancies in partnership with HR, management, and external payroll providers
Transfer approved timekeeping information into accounting records and provide payroll reports and accrual-related information to program leadership as needed
Support document management, compliance reviews, audit requests, workers’ compensation reporting, and nonprofit reporting assistance such as 990 data preparation
Provide cross-functional backup support for accounts payable activities and process office checks through remote deposit scanning when required

What we offer

great work life balance
excellent benefits package
medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Payroll Accountant

We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to support global payroll operations for...

Location

United States , Washington

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3+ years of experience in payroll, payroll accounting, or a related finance function
Hands-on knowledge of payroll tax reporting, payroll taxes, and payroll reconciliation practices
Experience supporting multi-country or international payroll processes, including coordination with third-party payroll vendors
Familiarity with global mobility payroll considerations and compensation-related transactions
Working knowledge of Workday Payroll or comparable payroll systems
Strong analytical skills with the ability to investigate discrepancies and maintain accurate financial records
Ability to manage recurring deadlines and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Job Responsibility

Coordinate monthly payroll activities across U.S. and Asia-based operations by working with external payroll providers to prepare, review, and finalize payroll runs
Examine payroll results for accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and confirm employee payments, tax withholdings, and statutory submissions are completed on schedule
Perform detailed reconciliations for payroll-related balance sheet and expense accounts on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
Partner with payroll, employment tax, and accounting stakeholders to support compliance with local payroll tax regulations and reporting requirements
Assist with payroll matters tied to global mobility arrangements, equity compensation such as restricted stock units, and other employee pay programs
Review payroll data and supporting documentation to identify issues, strengthen controls, and improve the reliability of payroll reporting
Support tax filings, remittances, and related reconciliations to help ensure obligations are met accurately and within required deadlines
Contribute to payroll and accounting activities that may involve process updates or operational changes, as needed by the broader team.

What we offer

Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Payroll Accountant

Location

United States , Pennington

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
Minimum of 3 years of payroll and accounting experience
Strong understanding of payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance requirements
Experience using payroll systems such as ADP, UKG, Paychex, Workday, or similar platforms
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables and VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

Job Responsibility

Process bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll accurately and on schedule
Review and audit payroll data, including hours worked, overtime, deductions, taxes, bonuses, and commissions
Prepare payroll-related journal entries and reconcile payroll accounts to the general ledger
Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local payroll regulations
Partner with Human Resources to process new hires, terminations, benefit changes, and employee updates
Prepare payroll tax filings and assist with year-end reporting, including W-2 processing
Reconcile payroll tax accounts and resolve discrepancies with tax agencies or third-party vendors
Support internal and external audits by providing payroll documentation and reports
Assist with month-end and year-end close activities
Recommend and implement process improvements to strengthen payroll accuracy and internal controls.

Payroll Accountant

Location

United States , Saint Louis

Salary:

22.00 - 24.00 USD / Hour

MERS Goodwill

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
Experience processing payroll for 1,000+ employees is preferred.

Job Responsibility

Process and prepare bi-weekly payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance throughout the payroll cycle.
Administer payroll-related functions, including garnishments, ACA tracking, and check processing.
Maintain payroll documentation and perform monthly account reconciliations.
Review payroll reports and deductions to verify accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
Assist with month-end close activities and payroll-related accounting processes.
Support the preparation and review of federal and state tax filings, including W-2 forms.
Ensure compliance with agency policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
Prepare and post payroll-related journal entries and reconcile payroll-related general ledger.
Other duties as assigned.

What we offer

Individual and family medical benefits for full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week.
Individual and family dental and vision benefits on the first of the month following the hire date for employees working 20 or more hours week.
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance on the first of the month following the hire date for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
403(B) Retirement on date of hire for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
403(B) Retirement + Employer Match after one year of employment for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
401(A) Retirement on date of hire for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
PTO Accrual up to 15 days based on hours worked.
Employee store discount
Paid holidays
Flexible Schedules

Fulltime

Payroll Accountant

Location

United States , Raleigh

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 2 years of payroll or payroll accounting experience in a detail-focused business environment
Hands-on experience with full-cycle payroll processing, including multi-state payroll administration
Knowledge of payroll tax reporting and general payroll compliance requirements
Experience using payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now, Paycor, or Paychex
Strong Excel skills with the ability to organize, review, and reconcile payroll-related data
Demonstrated coachability, strong workplace conduct, and the ability to work well within a collaborative team culture

Job Responsibility

Process end-to-end payroll for employees across multiple states while ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company policies
Review payroll data, earnings, deductions, and tax withholdings to identify and resolve discrepancies before each payroll cycle is finalized
Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation in alignment with reporting requirements and internal accounting standards
Partner with internal teams to address employee payroll questions, investigate issues, and provide clear follow-up on resolutions
Prepare and assist with payroll tax reporting activities and help ensure filings and related payments are completed correctly
Use payroll platforms such as ADP Workforce Now, Paycor, or Paychex along with Excel to manage payroll processing and reporting tasks
Support accounting-related responsibilities connected to payroll, including reconciliations and coordination with finance personnel
Contribute to a positive team environment by working onsite initially and transitioning into a hybrid schedule as business needs allow

Payroll Accountant

Location

Salary:

Not provided

JatApp

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2+ years of experience in payroll management
Experience with Xero or similar accounting systems
Understanding the principles of accrual accounting
Proficiency in Excel / Google Sheets (pivot tables, basic formulas)
Experience with banking operations
Attention to detail and meticulousness
Structural thinking and organization
Proactive in suggesting ideas for automation and process optimization
English at the level of working with documentation and interfaces

Job Responsibility

Payroll management: data collection, calculation, payment processing
Payroll transactions display in Xero (journal entries, allocations)
Compensation and benefits process management - calculation and payment processing
Creating a Salary Report
Participation in the process of automation and optimization of payroll calculation and accounting
Consulting contractors on payments
Maintaining financial records for your area of responsibility: banking transactions, postings, accruals, expense classification
Monthly closing: reconciliations, adjustments, data preparation for reporting
Controlling the correctness of accounting and primary documents

What we offer

Health insurance
Benefits Cafeteria (sports, food delivery, home office supplies)
Remote-First Culture
Personal Equipment Policy (MacBook)
Learning and Development Opportunities
English courses
Community of like-minded people
Creative freedom
Legal & Finance Support
Time-off Policy: 20 vacation days per year, 5 days for sick leave without medical confirmation, unlimited sick leaves with a doctor's note, 3 personal days, and 2 days off for special events or occasions

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