Payroll Accountant

Payroll Accountant

LHH Recruitment Solutions is searching for a Payroll Accountant, for a local non-profit, in Richmond, VA, for a contract opportunity with potential to become permanent. This role is 100% in office and supports the full payroll process for over 250 employees.

Responsibilities:

• Process bi-weekly payroll using ADP Workforce Now
• Review timesheets for accuracy and ensure payroll data is complete and timely
• Handle payroll deductions, garnishments, tax reports, and voluntary deduction reporting
• Prepare payroll-related accounting transactions, reconciliations, and reports
• Maintain payroll records and support audit schedules as needed
• Work closely with the finance and human resource teams

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
• 3-5 years of payroll and accounting experience
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now required
• Strong reconciliation, general ledger, and Excel skills
• Knowledge of payroll regulations and nonprofit accounting preferred
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable owning the payroll process while partnering with Finance and HR. This is a great opportunity for a payroll professional with strong accounting skills who enjoys working in a mission-driven environment.

Pay & Schedule:

• Contract pay: $25-$28 per hour
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
• Work environment: 100% in office
• Background check and drug screening required

Pay Details: $25.00 to $28.00 per hour

Search managed by: Jennifer Green

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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