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On-site, Concord About the Opportunity CV Resources, a boutique accounting and finance staffing firm, is partnering with an established, growing organization to find an experienced Payroll Specialist. This role oversees the payroll function, ensuring accurate and timely processing, resolving issues as they arise, and working closely with other departments to maintain compliance and improve payroll processes. Position Overview The Payroll Specialist processes weekly payroll, issues quarterly and annual taxes, leads certified payroll, and develops and maintains payroll-related reporting, such as productivity and overhead hours. Key Responsibilities Report to management on payroll issues and changes Stay current on state and federal payroll and tax laws Ensure accurate, timely payroll processing, including base pay, payroll taxes, 401(k), statutory and supplemental benefits, and more Process weekly multi-state payroll for exempt and non-exempt US employees Process weekly certified payroll for prevailing wage jobs Lead the month-end close process, including accruals and reconciliations Answer employee questions about salaries and taxes Conduct regular audits of payroll procedures and records Analyze compensation data, including wages and bonuses, to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas for improvement Maintain and update payroll systems, ensuring data integrity and accuracy Implement new software and tools to streamline payroll processes Develop and maintain reporting to support financial planning and decision-making Handle ad hoc projects and data requests as needed Technical Skills MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Project) Timberline/Sage 300 CRE (ERP) Production systems software (PPPP/4P or equivalent); experience with EDGE Software is a plus, as it will be replacing PPPP SQL, Office Connector, and Power BI reporting tools Supervision Supervises a Payroll Accounting Assistant Qualifications 5+ years of accounting and finance management experience in manufacturing or construction Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or equivalent certification Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience Apply Now Share This Post