Associate Payroll Accountant, Temp to Hire

About the Role

• Maintain employee payroll records, including direct deposit and federal/state tax withholding updates.
• Assist with wage garnishments, child support orders, tax levies, and other payroll deductions.
• Process employment verification requests while maintaining confidentiality and compliance.
• Support audits, unemployment claims, subpoenas, and other compliance-related payroll requests.
• Enter, validate, and monitor payroll data to ensure accuracy and timely processing.
• Assist with payroll processing and special projects as assigned.
• Follow company policies, legal requirements, and accounting standards.
• Respond promptly to employee and external inquiries.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience preferred.
• 0–3 years of payroll experience preferred.
• Knowledge of payroll deductions, tax forms, and employment verification processes preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Adaptable and flexible in changing environments.
• Works effectively under direct supervision and within established guidelines.