Office & Payroll Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Work Location: This is a full-time, in-office position based in our Dunwoody office. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available for this role.

We're looking for a dependable, organized Office & Payroll Associate to support clients, team members, and the leadership team.

This role combines payroll processing, office administration, client communication, and leadership support. You'll play an important role in helping clients get paid accurately and on time while ensuring our office operations run smoothly.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys helping others, thrives in a structured environment, and takes pride in being the person others can count on.

Compensation: $20–$23 per hour based on experience.

Benefits Include:

• 8 Paid Holidays
• 2 Weeks PTO
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid training and professional development opportunities

Typical Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, approximately 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

We're looking for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, service-minded, and comfortable managing multiple responsibilities while maintaining professionalism and accuracy.

This is an office administration and payroll support role. It is not an accounting or tax preparation position.

DISC assessment and screening questions must be completed to be considered for the position. Please complete these as soon as requested to expedite the process.

$20 - $23 per hour DOE

• Process recurring client payroll accurately and on time using cloud-based payroll systems
• Communicate with clients regarding payroll information, employee changes, and payroll schedules
• Answer incoming phone calls and assist clients, prospects, and team members professionally
• Manage mail, scanning, document organization, and general office administration
• Assist leadership with scheduling, follow-up, task coordination, and administrative support
• Maintain organized records and documentation
• Coordinate office-related tasks and support internal operations
• Follow established processes and workflows while identifying opportunities for improvement

• 2+ years of administrative, office support, payroll, customer service, or related experience
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Close attention to detail and accuracy
• Comfortable learning and using cloud-based software applications
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Professional, dependable, and service-oriented attitude

Preferred Qualifications

• Payroll processing experience
• Administrative support experience
• Customer service experience
• Microsoft Office experience

SDA CPA Group is a growing accounting and tax firm serving small businesses across North Metro Atlanta and the GA-400 corridor. We provide accounting, tax planning, payroll, and financial reporting as one integrated system — proactively, not just at tax season. Our brand promise: Relax, We Make Accounting Easy.

We work primarily with owner-led businesses in skilled trades, home services, healthcare, restaurants, and service businesses. We have two offices (Cumming and Dunwoody) and a team of 12.

SDA is a Christian-led firm built on six core values: Serve, Do the Right Thing, Communication, Process Driven, Innovation, and Balance. We build long-term relationships with clients and team members alike — and we take both seriously.