Payroll Accountant

TL;DR

Payroll Accountant: Manage end-to-end payroll lifecycle for client organizations with 50–500 employees, including processing, reconciliations, tax filings, and reporting. Focus on validating time entries, posting journal entries to accounting systems, ensuring US tax compliance, and resolving discrepancies under tight deadlines.

Location: Remote, flexible hours aligned with U.S. client time zones

Company

hirify.global provides payroll management services ensuring accurate payments, compliance, and audit-ready records for clients.

What you will do

• Administer bi-weekly, semi-monthly, or monthly payrolls using ADP, Paychex, Gusto, QuickBooks Payroll, or BambooHR.
• Post payroll transactions to QuickBooks, NetSuite, or Xero and reconcile with bank statements.
• Prepare and file federal, state, and local payroll taxes including forms 941, W-2, 1099.
• Reconcile benefits like healthcare and retirement with provider invoices.
• Respond to employee inquiries on pay stubs, deductions, and onboarding within SLA.
• Generate reports, support audits, and improve processes with Excel macros or integrations.

Requirements

• 2+ years payroll processing experience
• Hands-on with at least one payroll system (ADP, Paychex, QuickBooks, Gusto, BambooHR)
• Intermediate Excel/Google Sheets (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, reconciliations)
• Knowledge of U.S. payroll tax regulations

Nice to have

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)
• Multi-state or international payroll experience
• Reconciling payroll with accounting entries
• HRIS/payroll integrations (BambooHR, Zenefits, Workday)

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working hours aligned with U.S. client time zones
• Focus on precision, discretion, and proactive compliance
• Opportunity to streamline workflows and document SOPs

Hiring process

• Initial phone screen
• Video interview with recruiter
• Practical task (reconcile payroll register, resolve discrepancies)
• Client interview and background verification