Certified Payroll Accountant

Certified Payroll Accountant

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with our client in Milford, Ohio, to identify an experienced Certified Payroll Specialist for a 3-month contract assignment. This role is ideal for a payroll professional with strong knowledge of multi-state payroll processing, payroll compliance, and certified payroll reporting. The ideal candidate will hold a current Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation and possess a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly, biweekly, and special payroll cycles accurately and on time
• Prepare and submit certified payroll reports in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Ensure compliance with prevailing wage requirements, Davis-Bacon regulations, and payroll tax laws
• Audit payroll data including hours worked, deductions, garnishments, and benefit contributions
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries
• Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation for audits and reporting requirements
• Reconcile payroll reports, tax filings, and general ledger entries
• Collaborate with HR, Accounting, and project teams to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance

Qualifications

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification required
• 3+ years of payroll experience, including certified payroll processing
• Strong understanding of prevailing wage and certified payroll reporting requirements
• Experience with multi-state payroll processing
• Knowledge of payroll taxes, wage and hour laws, and compliance regulations
• Proficiency with payroll software and Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• High degree of confidentiality and attention to detail

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled