Payroll Accountant

Robert Half • Norwalk, CT • 3h ago

Description

A fast-growing technology company headquartered in Norwalk, CT is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Payroll Accountant to oversee payroll operations and support key accounting functions for the Finance team. The Payroll Analyst will be responsible for administering end-to-end payroll processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery of employee compensation, as well as payroll audits & analysis. This role also supports payroll-related accounting entries, reconciliations, and reporting. The ideal candidate is highly organized, tech-savvy, and comfortable working with confidential data in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

Process full-cycle payroll for multi-state employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Maintain employee payroll records, including onboarding, terminations, deductions, benefit changes, and tax updates.

Prepare and record payroll journal entries and assist with month-end close activities.

Reconcile payroll accounts, including wages, taxes, benefits, and other payroll-related liabilities.

Respond to employee payroll inquiries and provide clear, timely communication.

Coordinate with HR and Finance teams to validate payroll data and support workforce changes.

Assist with payroll tax filings, W-2 preparation, and year-end reporting.

Support audits by preparing required payroll reports and documentation.

Analyze payroll data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for process improvement; prepare summary reports for Finance and HR leadership.

Perform audits of payroll transactions to ensure data integrity, accuracy of pay components, and compliance with internal controls.

Collaborate with HRIS/IT teams to test payroll system changes, integrations, and enhancements, ensuring accurate data flows between platforms.

Develop and maintain payroll dashboards or metrics (e.g., error rates, processing times, audit outcomes) to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Assist with special projects as needed, including system upgrades or implementations.

If you are looking for a dynamic, growth driven company where you can advance you Payroll career, please email your resume to anthony.riccio@roberthalf(.com) today!

Requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.

3+ years of payroll experience; experience in a corporate, high-growth industry is a plus.

Strong understanding of payroll regulations, compliance, and best practices.

Experience with payroll software (e.g., ADP, Paylocity, Workday, Paycom, or similar).

Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.

Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work effectively under deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Please email your resume to anthony.riccio@roberthalf(.com) for immediate consideration

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