Payroll Accountant

LHH is looking for a full-time Payroll Accountant to join our client growing company in Seattle, WA. This position will be a 6-month contract that is fully onsite at the client location. Job Title:Payroll Accountant (6-Month Contract) Location:Seattle, WA Duration:6 Months Pay Rate:$28–$33/hour (W2) Job Type:Contract Reports To:Accounting Manager / Payroll ManagerPosition Summary: We are seeking an analytical and detail-orientedPayroll Accountantto join our team on a 6-month contract basis. This role will support payroll operations, ensure accurate accounting for payroll transactions, and assist with reconciliations and reporting. The ideal candidate will have both payroll processing and general accounting experience.Key Responsibilities: • Prepare, process, and reconcile multi-state payrolls in collaboration with HR and payroll providers • Record payroll-related journal entries in the general ledger • Reconcile payroll accounts including wages, benefits, taxes, and withholdings • Analyze payroll variances and ensure accurate financial reporting • Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close related to payroll and benefits • Support audits (internal, external, and tax) with documentation and reports • Maintain payroll data integrity and assist with system implementations or upgrades • Stay current on federal, state, and local payroll regulationsQualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field • 3–5 years of payroll and general accounting experience • Solid understanding of GAAP and payroll accounting principles • Experience with payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, Paycom) and ERP systems • Strong Excel skills (e.g., reconciliations, pivot tables, v-lookups) • High attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality • Excellent communication and problem-solving skillsPreferred Qualifications: • Experience with Washington state payroll regulations • Prior experience in a fast-paced, mid-to-large company environment • CPA or CPP certification is a plus Benefits: LHH Recruitment Solutions benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. If you are interested in this or other job opportunities available through LHH Recruitment Solutions, please submit your resume today at www.LHH.com! Pay Details:$30.00 to $37.00 per hour Search managed by:Cheyenne Wong Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: • The California Fair Chance Act • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance