Payroll Accountant

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Accountant to support a contract position based in Springfield, Oregon. This role is ideal for an experienced payroll specialist who can manage complex payroll operations, resolve system-related issues, and provide guidance during the onboarding and training of a new team member. The position places strong emphasis on accurate payroll processing, benefits reconciliation, and hands-on expertise with Paylocity in a dynamic work environment.

Responsibilities

• Administer end-to-end payroll processing for a workforce of approximately 250 employees
• Reconcile employee benefit deductions and employer contributions, including health plans and 403(b) accounts, and investigate discrepancies to completion.
• Review payroll data for accuracy, validate earnings and deductions, and ensure payroll tax reporting is completed in compliance with applicable requirements.
• Prepare and post payroll-related journal entries, maintain general ledger accuracy, and support account reconciliation activities tied to payroll transactions.
• Troubleshoot Paylocity payroll issues, identify root causes, and help improve day-to-day payroll system usage and reliability.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to address payroll questions, clarify calculations, and provide dependable support on payroll-related matters.
• Assist with onboarding and training a new employee by sharing payroll procedures, best practices, and operational knowledge.
• Use Excel and related accounting tools to analyze payroll data, prepare reports, and support month-end payroll reconciliation tasks.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle payroll in an environment with 250 employees
• Strong working knowledge of semi-monthly payroll processing, payroll tax reporting, and payroll compliance practices.
• Hands-on experience with Paylocity, including the ability to investigate and resolve payroll system issues.
• Background in payroll accounting tasks such as journal entries, general ledger support, and benefits reconciliation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks for payroll analysis, reporting, and financial record maintenance.
• Ability to work independently in a permanent contract role while handling sensitive payroll information with discretion.
• Prior experience supporting team training or helping onboard new staff is strongly preferred.

Benefits

Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.