Hybrid Accounting​/Payroll Manager

Position Overview

We are a downtown Syracuse law firm seeking an experienced Accounting/Payroll Manager on a full-time basis. The Accounting/Payroll Manager is the primary team member for payroll administration and manages payroll processes for W2, 1099, and K-1 tax classifications. Additional responsibilities include overseeing 401(k) and Cash Balance Plan payroll and documentation. Hybrid schedule is offered after the training period, and the office is located in a beautiful downtown Syracuse location.

Pay: $90,000.00 - $ per year.

• Maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies and compliance issues across multiple states.
• Supervise and mentor the Senior Payroll Analyst.
• Ensure payroll is processed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Monitor changes in payroll laws, tax regulations, and benefits requirements.
• Develop, analyze, and maintain complex payroll analytics and reports.
• Provide expert and confidential support to the HR Administrator and HR Director on payroll, compliance, and policy matters.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• 10+ years of payroll administration experience, preferably in a legal or professional services firm.
• Experience managing payroll for W2 and 1099; knowledge of K-1 tax classification desired.
• Knowledge of 401(k) payroll administration.
• Knowledge of Cash Balance Plan preferred.
• Advanced MS skills: pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and data analysis.
• Highly proficient with payroll systems (ADP, Paychex, etc.).
• In-depth knowledge of multi-state payroll compliance and relevant labor laws.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and resolve compliance issues.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to supervise and collaborate effectively.

• Employee assistance program.
• Health insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Vision insurance.

Key Resource Group, LLC considers applicants for all positions without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, citizenship, veteran status, gender expression and/or identity, or any other class protected by federal, state, or local laws. Key Resource Group, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.