Payroll Accountant (Pittsburgh)
Precision Recruiting Solutions Group® (PRSG®), Pittsburgh, PA, United States
PAYROLL ACCOUNTANT - Multi-State
This is a full time / direct hire role based in Pittsburgh
Hybrid Schedule Includes 3 Days On-Site and 2 Days Remote
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with HR and process multi-state payrolls accurately and on time, including validation of timekeeping data and payroll changes (new hires, terminations, promotions).
Ensure accurate calculation and remittance of multi-state payroll taxes, deductions, and benefits.
Maintain complete, confidential payroll records and ensure data accuracy and integrity.
Prepare and distribute payroll reports and data feeds to internal stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax laws, wage-and-hour requirements, and firm policies.
Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, including multi-state tax issues, and respond to employee payroll inquiries.
Partner with internal teams to resolve payroll and tax reporting issues and ensure accurate data exchange.
Support internal and external audits, year-end processing, and W-2 preparation.
Assist with payroll system administration, testing, and process improvements.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
5+ years of payroll processing experience, including hands-on multi-state payroll tax administration; professional services experience preferred.
Proficiency with large outsourced HRIS / automated payroll systems; and working through communications with provider for system changes, modifications and support to open tickets.
Strong working knowledge of multi-state payroll tax regulations, filings, reconciliations, and compliance requirements.
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to research and resolve complex payroll tax issues.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet regulatory and firm deadlines with strong attention to detail.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
High level of discretion and commitment to confidentiality.
Collaborative team-oriented approach.
Strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs.
This is a full time / direct hire role based in Pittsburgh
Hybrid Schedule Includes 3 Days On-Site and 2 Days Remote
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with HR and process multi-state payrolls accurately and on time, including validation of timekeeping data and payroll changes (new hires, terminations, promotions).
Ensure accurate calculation and remittance of multi-state payroll taxes, deductions, and benefits.
Maintain complete, confidential payroll records and ensure data accuracy and integrity.
Prepare and distribute payroll reports and data feeds to internal stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax laws, wage-and-hour requirements, and firm policies.
Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, including multi-state tax issues, and respond to employee payroll inquiries.
Partner with internal teams to resolve payroll and tax reporting issues and ensure accurate data exchange.
Support internal and external audits, year-end processing, and W-2 preparation.
Assist with payroll system administration, testing, and process improvements.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
5+ years of payroll processing experience, including hands-on multi-state payroll tax administration; professional services experience preferred.
Proficiency with large outsourced HRIS / automated payroll systems; and working through communications with provider for system changes, modifications and support to open tickets.
Strong working knowledge of multi-state payroll tax regulations, filings, reconciliations, and compliance requirements.
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to research and resolve complex payroll tax issues.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet regulatory and firm deadlines with strong attention to detail.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
High level of discretion and commitment to confidentiality.
Collaborative team-oriented approach.
Strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs.