Job Description
Job Description
Why is This a Great Opportunity?
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional to contribute to a dynamic, fast-paced organization. As a Payroll Specialist, you’ll take ownership of full-cycle, in-house, multi-state payroll processing, playing a key role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. You’ll join a collaborative team and have the chance to bring your expertise to the table immediately. The position is ideal for someone who thrives on responsibility, values accuracy, and enjoys solving problems while supporting employees across various states.
Job Description:
The Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing and auditing payroll for employees across multiple states, ensuring timely and accurate execution of all payroll activities. This role supports full-cycle payroll responsibilities and requires a strong understanding of federal and state wage and hour laws. The ideal candidate is experienced, detail-oriented, and able to contribute immediately by assisting across multiple functions within the payroll department.
Key Responsibilities:
• Process in-house, multi-state payroll on a regular basis in compliance with applicable laws and internal policies.
• Review and audit timecards for accuracy and completeness prior to payroll submission.
• Prepare and review payroll registers, resolve discrepancies, and ensure appropriate approvals are in place.
• Ensure proper handling of garnishments, benefit deductions, and other adjustments.
• Provide payroll support to employees, including addressing inquiries related to pay, taxes, and timekeeping.
• Maintain payroll records and documentation in accordance with compliance and audit requirements.
• Assist with year-end processes, including W-2 preparation and reconciliation.
• Collaborate with HR, accounting, and management teams to ensure payroll accuracy and support broader organizational initiatives.
• Support payroll-related reporting and reconciliation tasks as needed.
Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or related field preferred.
• 3–5+ years of payroll processing experience, including multi-state and full-cycle payroll.
• Proficiency in payroll systems and timekeeping software; experience with in-house payroll platforms preferred.
• Strong understanding of payroll best practices, wage and hour laws, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with internal teams and external contacts.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation is a plus, but not required.
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Company DescriptionSince 1985 – Accounting Recruitment Experts
Accounting Career Consultants has been providing direct-hire, consulting, and temporary placement services since 1985.
Locally owned with a national reach. We offer the flexibility of a local staffing company combined with the resources of a larger firm. We are committed to developing long-term relationships with both our candidates and clients. We take the time to learn what is important to our candidates and our clients to help ensure a good fit for all parties.
Awards & Recognition:
2019 Forbes America’s Best 250 Professional Search Firms List-Ranked #63
2016-2017 St. Louis Business Journal Fastest-Growing Private Companies
2017 St. Louis Business Journal Largest Temporary Staffing Firms
2015-2017 & 2019 Future 50 Award winner by the St. Louis Small Business Monthly (Celebrating The Area's Top Growing Businesses)