Payroll Accountant

We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to join a growing telecom services organization in Raleigh, North Carolina in a contract role with the potential to become permanent. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment and wants to build long-term career growth within payroll and accounting. The role will support an expanding workforce and requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage payroll activities accurately across multiple states.

Responsibilities:
• Process end-to-end payroll for employees across multiple states while ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company policies.
• Review payroll data, earnings, deductions, and tax withholdings to identify and resolve discrepancies before each payroll cycle is finalized.
• Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation in alignment with reporting requirements and internal accounting standards.
• Partner with internal teams to address employee payroll questions, investigate issues, and provide clear follow-up on resolutions.
• Prepare and assist with payroll tax reporting activities and help ensure filings and related payments are completed correctly.
• Use payroll platforms such as ADP Workforce Now, Paycor, or Paychex along with Excel to manage payroll processing and reporting tasks.
• Support accounting-related responsibilities connected to payroll, including reconciliations and coordination with finance personnel.
• Contribute to a positive team environment by working onsite initially and transitioning into a hybrid schedule as business needs allow.

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of payroll or payroll accounting experience in a detail-focused business environment.
• Hands-on experience with full-cycle payroll processing, including multi-state payroll administration.
• Knowledge of payroll tax reporting and general payroll compliance requirements.
• Experience using payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now, Paycor, or Paychex.
• Strong Excel skills with the ability to organize, review, and reconcile payroll-related data.
• Background in accounting functions related to payroll is preferred.
• Construction industry experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated coachability, strong workplace conduct, and the ability to work well within a collaborative team culture.

Compensation

$27.00-$32.00 Hourly

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