Robert Half - Metairie, LA
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Hybrid - Metairie, LA
Administrative and Support Services
About the position
The Payroll Accountant will be responsible for executing in-house, multi-state manual payroll for over 100 employees, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing. This role offers a contract to permanent opportunity with flexible working hours and the possibility of remote work for three days a week, making it an accommodating position within a rapidly expanding consulting company.
Responsibilities
- Perform payroll duties, managing timely and accurate processing of the company's payroll.
- Handle multi-state payroll for both hourly-wage and salaried personnel.
- Prepare and upload payroll tax returns.
- Manage multi-state SUTA and FUTA compliance.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal wage and hour laws.
- Work closely with the HR department to implement payroll procedures.
- Troubleshoot any payroll discrepancies.
- Review and improve payroll policies and procedures.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in accounting is a plus; experience required.
- Previous experience in Payroll, Accounting, or related field.
- Strong understanding and experience with payroll tax laws, FUTA, and SUTA.
- Proficient with payroll software.
- Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and multi-tasking skills.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) plan
