Payroll and Accounting Support Specialist

Vaco is staffing for a full time Payroll and Accounting Specialist, onsite in Mandarin. In this role we are seeking a highly organized and independent Accounting & Payroll Support Specialist to assist with payroll processing, bookkeeping, and accounting-related research. This role will serve as a backup for payroll processing and requires someone who is comfortable learning systems, researching compliance requirements, and working with minimal supervision once trained.

This role has normal office hours, Monday – Friday and paid hourly.

We are a small, close-knit company that values organization, accountability, and a positive, drama‑free workplace. Our team works collaboratively, supports one another, and takes pride in doing things correctly and efficiently. We are looking for a dependable team member who can support payroll and accounting functions, while fitting seamlessly into our company culture.

We are seeking a highly organized and independent Accounting & Payroll Support Specialist to assist with payroll processing, bookkeeping, and accounting‑related research. This role will serve as a backup for payroll processing and requires someone who is comfortable learning systems, researching compliance requirements, and working with minimal supervision once trained.

• Assist with payroll processing and serve as a backup payroll processor
• Work within accounting and payroll systems such as ADP and Sage Accounting
• Perform basic bookkeeping tasks and data entry
• Research state‑specific tax and compliance requirements (e.g., Department of Revenue, employment taxes, filings)
• Navigate government and regulatory websites independently to determine company obligations
• Maintain accurate records and documentation
• Provide general administrative and accounting support as needed

• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Prior experience using any accounting or bookkeeping software (Sage, Quick Books, ADP, or similar)
• Basic understanding of payroll, bookkeeping, or accounting workflows
• Ability to research, interpret, and summarize regulatory or tax‑related information
• Comfortable working independently and taking initiative once given direction
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Payroll processing support
• Bookkeeping or accounting assistant roles
• Experience working in small business environments
• Familiarity with multi‑state payroll or tax research

• Professional, respectful, and collaborative
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Comfortable in a small office environment where teamwork and harmony are essential

• Supportive, stable work environment
• Opportunity to grow accounting and payroll expertise
• Hands‑on training with real responsibility
• Be a trusted, essential part of a small team