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U.S Payroll Accountant

GrowEdgeX Pvt Ltd Unverified

Lahore , Pakistan

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Posted Oct 14, 2026 33 views

This role involves managing comprehensive U.S. payroll processes for multiple pay cycles, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for accurate payroll administration, tax filings, and employee record maintenance while collaborating closely with HR, accounting, and benefits teams. Attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to meet strict deadlines are essential for success in this position.

Key Responsibilities

- Process weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payrolls across the U.S., including off-cycle payments, bonuses, retroactive adjustments, and final pay.
- Review employee timesheets and calculate overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and applicable state laws.
- Manage payroll onboarding and offboarding tasks such as collecting W-4 forms, state withholding documents, direct deposit setup, and new hire reporting.
- Administer 401(k) contributions, employee benefits, payroll deductions, paid time off (PTO), and state-mandated sick leave programs.
- Process wage garnishments including child support, tax levies, student loans, and creditor orders while ensuring compliance with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and other state-specific requirements.
- Oversee federal, state, and local payroll tax compliance across multiple states, including managing State Unemployment Insurance (SUI/SUTA), Federal Unemployment Tax Act (FUTA), reciprocity agreements, state registrations, and tax deposits.
- Handle Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS) submissions, state tax portal interactions, payroll tax notices, and ensure timely filing of all payroll-related tax returns.
- Prepare and file required payroll tax forms such as Forms 941, 940, W-2, W-3, 1099-NEC/MISC, state returns, and Affordable Care Act (ACA) forms 1094-C and 1095-C where applicable.
- Conduct pre- and post-payroll audits, payroll reconciliations, and general ledger reconciliations, including payroll liabilities, benefits, quarterly 941 filings, and year-end W-2 reconciliations.
- Generate payroll reports and journal entries, supporting year-end close processes and workers’ compensation audits.
- Respond promptly to employee payroll inquiries and coordinate with Human Resources, Accounting, benefits providers, and plan administrators to resolve issues.
- Maintain payroll standard operating procedures (SOPs), ensure accurate record-keeping, uphold internal controls, and protect employee confidentiality at all times.
- Stay informed on changes to U.S. federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance.

Required Qualifications

- Proven hands-on experience processing U.S. payroll and managing multi-state payroll tax compliance.
- Strong knowledge of federal and state payroll filings and regulatory requirements.
- Experience preparing and filing Forms W-2, W-3, 940, 941, 1099-NEC/MISC, and ACA reporting forms.
- Proficiency with payroll systems such as ADP, Paychex, Kantime, QuickBooks Payroll, Gusto, or similar platforms.
- Advanced Excel skills, with strong capabilities in reconciliation, reporting, and payroll auditing.
- Excellent English communication skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and meet strict payroll deadlines.
- Bookkeeping experience is considered an advantage.

This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where accuracy and compliance are paramount. Candidates with a strong payroll background and a commitment to maintaining best practices will thrive in this role.

Skills

Journal Entries overtime FLSA Multi-State Payroll U.S. Payroll Employee Communication Confidentiality Payroll Tax Notices and Deadlines Benefits and Deduction Administration Wage Garnishments U.S. payroll processing Payroll Reporting Payroll Auditing General Ledger Reconciliation Payroll Reconciliation Excel Payroll Systems FLSA and State Overtime Compliance Payroll tax filings Multi-State Payroll Tax Compliance

Job Details

Total Positions:
1 Post
Job Shift:
First Shift (Day)
Job Type:
First Shift (Day)
Job Location:
Lahore, Pakistan
Gender:
No Preference
Age:
18 - 65 Years
Career Level:
Mid-Level
Maximum Experience:
5 Years
Apply Before:
Oct 20, 2026
Posting Date:
Oct 14, 2026

GrowEdgeX Pvt Ltd

· 11-50 employees - Lahore
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