Accounts Payable & Payroll Specialist - Atlanta, G

Accounts Payable & Payroll Specialist

North Atlanta, GA - Applicants must already live in the Atlanta area to be considered for this opportunity

About The Role

A growing organization is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable & Payroll Specialist to support day-to-day financial operations. This position is responsible for processing accounts payable, managing semi-monthly payroll through Paylocity, and maintaining accurate financial records. The ideal candidate is organized, confidential, and comfortable working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Accounts Payable

• Review, verify, and process vendor invoices and weekly check requests.
• Prepare and issue payments, including printing and distributing checks.
• Upload Positive Pay files to the bank on a regular schedule.
• Maintain vendor files and ensure required W‑9 documentation is collected.
• Process and post monthly AP checks and ACH transactions.
• File payment documentation and maintain organized records.
• Coordinate payment of organizational invoices across multiple departments.

Payroll & Employee Processing

• Process semi-monthly payroll for hourly and salaried employees using Paylocity.
• Calculate wages, deductions, insurance premiums, bonuses, and taxes.
• Maintain payroll records and generate related reports.
• Manage onboarding, job changes, and terminations in Paylocity.
• Serve as the internal resource for Paylocity timekeeping; provide training and support for managers and staff.
• Distribute paystubs twice monthly and assist with the annual issuance of W-2s and 1099s.
• Post payroll activity to the general ledger for all applicable departments.

Reconciliation & Financial Support

• Reconcile operating and payroll bank accounts each month.
• Support audit preparation by maintaining accurate documentation.
• Collect, verify, and reconcile monthly financial reports and related entries.

Administrative & Department Support

• Respond to emails and inquiries related to payables and payroll matters.
• File documents and assist with departmental administrative tasks.
• Work collaboratively with HR, IT, and other internal teams as needed.
• Provide general support to the Controller and Finance staff.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, with intermediate Excel capabilities.
• Experience working with online banking tools, including systems such as Positive Pay and ACH authorization platforms.
• Hands-on experience in both accounts payable and payroll processing is required.
• Familiarity with payroll tax regulations and compliance standards.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.