Payroll Accountant

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401k+ match
• Paid holidays
• Vacation
• Hybrid work environment

Pay Details: $65,000.00 to $75,000.00 per year

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