Description We are looking for an organized, detail-oriented Accounting and Payroll Specialist to assist with client payroll and perform various accounting and administrative duties. This is a part-time, seasonal position that will start the first or second week of November. During this time, you will be training to ensure you are comfortable for February 2025 when business picks up. The assignment will last thru April 2025. Responsibilities: - Process payroll for 9 companies (all under 50 employees) located in Tennessee and Georgia. These companies range from construction and vending machines to restaurants and environmental audit businesses. - Keep up-to-date with payroll and payment schedules to ensure timely submissions and prompt service delivery to our clients. - Handle payroll filings including 941s and 942s, as well as preparing tax documents like W2s and 1099s. - Use accounting software to input check and transaction information accurately and efficiently. - Assist with bank reconciliation duties to maintain our clients' financial records. - Prepare monthly financials for our clients accurately and timely. - Handle sales tax filings for about 25 companies with different filing schedules (monthly, quarterly, annually). - Perform some administrative duties such as compiling documentation, making client phone calls for information collection or paperwork pick-up, and preparing final return packets for clients. - Inform clients on payment amounts and billings. - Adapting from part-time hours to working during peak seasons which can require additional hours due to increased workload. Requirements Qualifications: - Prior experience in payroll and accounting is preferred. - Familiarity with accounting software is highly beneficial. - Excellent communication and organizational skills. - Ability to multi-task and stay organized even during peak season. - Proficiency in using email for communication and receiving client documents. Note: Some clients prefer to submit their paperwork in physical format, so comfort with handling paper documents is necessary. However, adaptability to handle digital documents through email is also important. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .