Payroll and Benefits Accountant Administrator

Lisa Cole with Robert Half is partnering with an established and growing organization is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to manage end-to-end payroll operations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, ensures accuracy and compliance, and enjoys being a key resource for payroll, timekeeping, and employee support. For more information about this position, please call Lisa Cole at 916-649-0832.Key ResponsibilitiesManage full-cycle payroll processing to ensure accurate and timely payroll executionProcess semi-monthly payroll and reconcile payroll prior to final transmissionValidate payroll reports and resolve discrepanciesServe as the primary liaison with the payroll vendorEnsure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulationsProcess quarterly payroll tax filings, including state-specific reporting requirementsAdminister wage garnishments, ensuring accuracy and complianceReview and process non-standard payments (e.g., bonuses, retro pay, stipends, manual checks) with proper approvalsSupport year-end processing including W-2s and 1099sMaintain and reconcile payroll vendor statementsAct as the main point of contact for payroll and timekeeping inquiriesProvide training to employees on time and attendance systemsReview payroll data entries completed by HR for accuracyProcess payroll updates including wages, hours, tax withholdings, garnishments, and benefit deductionsMaintain compliance with wage and hour laws, tax regulations, and benefit-related requirementsPrepare reports and submit payments to government agencies and other entities as requiredManage time and attendance system setup, audits, and employee terminationsSupport 401(k) administration, including audits, reporting, and employee updatesAssist with Workers’ Compensation audits and reportingReconcile benefit invoices and partner with HR/Benefits to resolve discrepanciesGenerate ad hoc payroll and operational reports as needed