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Payroll Accountant

Snelling

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to lead payroll processing, ensure compliance, and support finance operations. This role plays a key part in delivering accurate, timely payroll while optimizing systems and improving internal processes.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Process semi-monthly payroll using ADP Workforce Now
  • Reconcile payroll master file and track employee reimbursements (Navan)
  • Manage onboarding/offboarding payroll data and respond to employee inquiries
  • Ensure compliance with payroll regulations and assist with audits and 401(k) reporting
  • Maintain accurate digital records and coordinate with external providers (e.g., ADP)
  • Record payroll-related journal entries and support month-end close activities
  • Monitor grant allocations and assist with grant reporting
  • Identify process improvements and assist with system optimization (NetSuite, ADP)
  • Prepare periodic reconciliations and ad-hoc payroll/finance reports



Our Commitment to Fair Hiring:

HireQuest does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or other legally protected group status in making hiring or employment decisions.


We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, industries, and abilities to join our team. HireQuest is a global workforce solutions provider offering everything from on-demand staffing to executive recruiting through our core brands: HireQuest Direct, MRINetwork, Snelling, and TradeCorp. Recognized by SIA as one of the "Largest Staffing Firms" and "Fastest Growing Staffing Firms," we take pride in building inclusive teams. To ensure every applicant has a positive experience, our hiring and interview process is designed to meet diverse needs. If you require a reasonable accommodation during your application or interview, please contact [email protected] .
Vacancy posted 19 hours ago
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