Payroll Accountant
Payroll Accountant
Alexandria, Virginia
|Full Time
|$ 60,000 - $ 70,000 per year
Alexandria, Virginia
Full Time
$ 60,000 - $ 70,000 per year
June 17, 2025
|Job ID: F4268927-CB_1750167060
June 17, 2025
Job ID: F4268927-CB_1750167060
Job Summary
To Apply for this Job Click Here
Beacon Hill is working with an organization in Alexandria, VA to bring a Payroll Accountant to their team. This role follows a hybrid schedule, combining remote work with regular on-site presence. The Payroll Accountant will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of payroll best practices, general accounting principles, and excellent analytical skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Process bi-weekly or semi-monthly payroll for multi-state employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Maintain payroll records and ensure data integrity within the payroll system.
Prepare and reconcile payroll journal entries and assist with month-end close processes.
Manage employee deductions, benefits, garnishments, and tax withholdings.
Ensure compliance with all relevant payroll laws and regulations.
Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll matters in a timely and professional manner.
Coordinate with HR and Finance teams on payroll-related matters and audits.
Assist with the preparation of annual W-2s, 941s, and other required filings.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred but not required.
2+ years of payroll and general accounting experience.
Proficiency with payroll software (e.g., ADP, Paychex, or similar platforms).
Solid understanding of payroll laws and regulations.
Strong Excel and data analysis skills.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Experience with multi-state payroll is preferred.
Schedule:
This is a hybrid position with 2-3 days onsite per week in Alexandria, VA.

To Apply for this Job Click Here
I want more jobs like this in my inbox weekly.
About Beacon Hill

Beacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.
Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.
We look forward to working with you.
Beacon Hill. Employing the Future™