LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a growing organization to hire a Payroll Accountant who will serve as the primary owner of payroll while supporting accounting and finance operations.
This role is ideal for a payroll professional who enjoys working beyond basic payroll processing and wants to be involved in reconciliations, benefits accounting, incentive calculations, and special projects. This position offers visibility across the organization and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
High-visibility role reporting directly to accounting leadership
Opportunity to own the payroll function while supporting accounting initiatives
Collaborative leadership team committed to employee development
Hybrid work flexibility after onboarding and training
Strong company culture built around accountability and recognition
Exposure to multi-state payroll, benefits accounting, and incentive compensation programs
Responsibilities
Process semi-monthly payroll for a multi-state workforce
Administer payroll tax compliance and reporting
Reconcile payroll accounts, benefits, and related liabilities
Coordinate onboarding, offboarding, and final payroll processing
Support incentive and commission calculations
Maintain payroll records and internal controls
Assist with month-end close and journal entries
Partner with HR and accounting teams on payroll-related projects
Qualifications
3+ years of payroll experience
Experience supporting organizations with 75+ employees
Knowledge of payroll taxes and multi-state payroll processing
Strong reconciliation and accounting skills
Experience with payroll systems and ERP/accounting software
Advanced Excel skills preferred
Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
401k+ match
Paid holidays
Vacation
Hybrid work environment
Pay Details: $65,000.00 to $75,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Erin Kile
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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