Payroll Accountant

Payroll Accountant

LHH is working with a small company in the Issaquah, WA area that is searching for a temporary to hire Payroll Accountant for their team. You will be responsible for both payroll and accounts payable tasks. You will coordinate with HR for employee benefit administration and to assist with recruiting. The ideal candidate will have a blend of accounting and payroll experience; however, the team is willing to train on some processes. The temporary timeline will be short as the manager is looking for someone who will be a long-term fit.

Responsibilities:

• Process full-cycle payroll for multi-state employees, ensuring accurate and timely payroll runs
• Review payroll data for discrepancies, including wages, deductions, benefits, and tax withholdings
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including tax filings and reporting
• Reconcile payroll accounts, including payroll liabilities, benefits, and general ledger postings
• Prepare and review payroll journal entries
• Maintain employee payroll records
• Process accounts payable invoices
• Prepare the daily cash reports and assist with month-end close tasks

Experience:

• Three or more years of payroll/accounting experience, preferably in a multi-state environment
• Strong understanding of payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance requirements
• Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, Paychex, Workday, or similar platforms
• Proficiency in Excel, including reconciliations and data analysis
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage sensitive/confidential information
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet tight deadlines

Pay Details: $34.00 to $36.00 per hour

Search managed by: Brittany Cona

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply