Payroll Accountant - Contract to Hire
$80k - $95kFull-time
SpectrumCareers
Job Title: Global Payroll Accountant
Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid – 4 days in office)
- We are seeking a Global Payroll Accountant with 4 plus years of payroll experience to support a technically focused payroll team. This role goes beyond standard payroll processing and requires a strong understanding of payroll tax compliance , including multi-state and/or international payroll considerations . Candidates with experience in GL accounting, tax, or journal entries alongside payroll are encouraged to apply. Assist in the new global payroll system implementation project.
Key Details:
- Contract Type: Temp-to-perm (conversion after ~6 months)
- Full-Time Salary Upon Conversion: $80K–$95K base
- Education: Bachelor’s degree required
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with multi-state payroll tax (international payroll is a plus)
- Familiarity with ADP and/or Workday
- Exposure to general ledger, tax, or journal entries in a payroll-related environment
This is a great opportunity for a payroll professional who enjoys working in a more technical, accounting-integrated payroll environment and is interested in transitioning into a long-term role.
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