Payroll Accountant Opportunity in New Cumberland, PA

Join a mid-sized professional services business in the New Cumberland, Pennsylvania area as a Payroll Accountant. This full-time role offers the chance to support accurate, compliant payroll operations while contributing to general accounting functions in a stable, growth-oriented environment. Robert Half is proud to partner with this established company to find a detail-oriented professional who thrives in collaborative settings. If you're passionate about payroll accuracy, compliance, and teamwork, this position provides an excellent platform for career advancement in accounting and finance.

About the Role

As a Payroll Accountant, you'll be at the heart of the organization's payroll operations, ensuring seamless processing for hourly and salaried employees. Located in New Cumberland, PA, this position combines technical payroll expertise with general accounting support, including reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end activities. The role demands a proactive mindset, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to compliance with ever-evolving tax and labor regulations. You'll work closely with HR and the finance team in a supportive atmosphere that prioritizes work-life balance and professional development. This is more than a job—it's an opportunity to grow within a company that values precision and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Your day-to-day will involve a dynamic mix of payroll processing and accounting tasks:

• Process weekly/biweekly payroll cycles for all employees, verifying hours, rates, and deductions for utmost accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain comprehensive payroll records, including employee files, tax documentation, and database updates to ensure data integrity.
• Perform monthly payroll account reconciliations and prepare precise journal entries for the general ledger.
• Manage complex wage garnishments, voluntary deductions, and benefit-related payroll adjustments.
• Contribute to month-end close processes by calculating payroll accruals, generating reports, and analyzing variances.
• Partner with HR on new hire onboarding, status changes, terminations, and ensuring adherence to company policies and legal requirements.
• Provide professional, empathetic responses to employee inquiries regarding paychecks, deductions, and benefits.
• Assist in internal and external audits, tax filings (e.g., W-2s, 1099s), and various compliance reporting needs.

These responsibilities highlight the critical role you'll play in maintaining financial accuracy and employee satisfaction.

Required Qualifications

To succeed, candidates should bring:

• 2+ years of hands-on payroll accounting experience, ideally in a multi-state or professional services environment.
• Proficiency in payroll software (e.g., ADP, Paychex, or UKG) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills for reporting and analysis.
• In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations, garnishments, and compliance standards.
• Strong reconciliation skills with a keen eye for detail to minimize errors and discrepancies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities for HR collaboration and employee support.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Experience with audit preparation and month-end financial closes is highly desirable.
• Customer-service orientation with the ability to handle sensitive payroll inquiries discreetly.

Robert Half specializes in placing top accounting talent—apply today if you meet these criteria and are ready to elevate your career.

Why Join Us

This New Cumberland, PA-based employer stands out for its employee-centric culture:

• Stability and Growth: A long-standing company with proven leadership and clear paths for advancement in accounting and finance.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, reasonable workloads, and a truly collaborative team environment.
• Competitive Rewards: Attractive salary range estimated at $55,000-$65,000 annually (based on $28/hour), plus comprehensive health, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and onsite perks like wellness programs.
• Culture of Excellence: Emphasis on accuracy, teamwork, and ongoing training to foster continuous improvement.

Robert Half offers unparalleled support for your job search, including resume optimization and interview preparation. Don't miss this Payroll Accountant role in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania—apply now and take the next step in your professional journey!