Payroll Specialist
About the role
The Payroll Specialist at NeuraFlash, Part of Accenture, plays a crucial role in managing end-to-end payroll processing for employees across the United States and Canada using ADP Workforce Now (WFN).
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for U.S. and Canadian employees using ADP Workforce Now (WFN)
- Accurately calculate wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, deductions, and taxes
- Maintain employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, promotions, salary changes, and benefit deductions
- Process payroll adjustments, retroactive pay, garnishments, and off-cycle payrolls as needed
- Reconcile payroll reports and general ledger entries
- Ensure compliance with federal, state/provincial, and local payroll tax regulations in the U.S. and Canada
- Cook up tax filings with ADP
- Support year-end activities, including W-2s, T4s, and other required tax reporting
- Respond promptly to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies
- Partner with HR and Finance to ensure payroll data accuracy
- Aid in payroll audits and provide supporting documentation
- Maintain confidentiality of employee information and payroll records
- Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and system efficiencies
Requirements
- 3–5+ years of payroll processing experience
- Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now (WFN) is required
- Strong knowledge of: Multi-state U.S. payroll laws, Canadian payroll legislation, payroll taxes and compliance requirements, garnishments and wage deductions
- Experience reconciling payroll reports and working with general ledger accounts
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, formulas)
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Qualifications
- Preferred: Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation
- Preferred: PCP or CPM certification through the National Payroll Institute (Canada)
- Experience supporting payroll for 300+ employees across multiple entities or locations
- Knowledge of SOX controls and payroll audit processes
Skills
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Time management and ability to meet strict deadlines
- Organizational skills
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Customer-focused mindset
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Benefits
Remote & In-Person: Whether you work out of our HQ in Massachusetts, one of our regional hubs, or you're one of over half of our NeuraFlash, Part of Accenture Family who work remotely, we're focused on keeping everyone connected and unified as one team.
Travel: Get ready to pack your bags and hit the road! For certain roles, travel is an exciting part of the job, with an anticipated travel commitment of up to 25%.
Flexibility: Do you have to take the dog to the vet, pick up the kids from school, or the in-laws from the airport? We know that a perfect 9-5 isn't possible. So you have to jump out to do any of those, no problem! We build a culture of trust and understanding. We value good work not the hours in which you get it done.
Collaboration: You have a voice here! If you work with a team of smart people like we do, it's a no-brainer to take suggestions and feedback on how to keep NeuraFlash, Part of Accenture thriving. Our executive team holds town halls & company meetings where they address any suggestions or questions asked, no matter how big or small.
Celebrate Often: We take our work seriously, but we don't take ourselves too seriously. Whether it is an arm wrestling contest, costume party, or ugly holiday sweaters our teams love to have fun. And while we work hard, we don't forget to slow down and celebrate the big things and the small things together.
Pay
Competitive compensation package including base salary, performance-based incentives, and comprehensive benefits.
Schedule
Full-time position with flexible remote work options available. Travel commitments may vary based on role and project needs.