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Accountant-Payroll Specialist

Accountant-Payroll Specialist

Lingo StaffingCuyahoga Falls, OH, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Payroll specialist accountant

55-60k

Compensation & Benefits :

  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • STD, LTD and life insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays.

Job Summary :

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing and compliance. The ideal candidate will have experience handling multi-state payroll, with a strong understanding of California payroll laws and Canadian payroll processes being a plus. This role requires accuracy, efficiency, and a deep knowledge of payroll regulations and best practices.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Process payroll for employees across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
  • Handle California payroll regulations, including overtime, meal breaks, and wage requirements.
  • Process Canadian payroll in compliance with provincial and federal regulations including Quebec.
  • Maintain payroll records, including earnings, deductions, benefits, and tax withholdings.
  • Ensure proper handling of garnishments, benefits deductions, and retirement contributions, work closely with 401k Auditors
  • Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies promptly.
  • Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure seamless payroll processing.
  • Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve any issues efficiently.
  • Stay up to date with changing labor laws and payroll regulations in the U.S. and Canada.

    • Qualifications & Skills :

  • Experience : Minimum 7-10 years of payroll processing experience, preferably with multi-state payroll.
  • Knowledge of California Payroll Laws : Understanding of wage and hour laws, overtime rules, and compliance requirements.
  • Canadian Payroll Experience (Preferred) : Knowledge of federal and provincial payroll regulations.
  • Technical Skills : Proficiency in payroll software (e.g., ADP, Workday, Paycom, Paylocity and General ledger postings
  • Attention to Detail : Strong analytical skills to ensure payroll accuracy.
  • Communication Skills : Ability to address payroll-related inquiries with professionalism.
  • Certifications (Preferred) : CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or PCP (Payroll Compliance Practitioner) for Canadian payroll.
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