Payroll Accountant

Robert Half Accountemps • Woburn, MA • Posted April 30, 2026

Position Overview

Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to manage payroll operations for a multi-state workforce. This role requires expertise in full-cycle payroll, tax reporting, and familiarity with Dayforce or similar HCM payroll systems. This is a long-term contract position based in Woburn, Massachusetts.


Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.

• Process multi-state payroll for employees, adhering to varying state-specific requirements.

• Utilize Dayforce to handle payroll operations efficiently and troubleshoot any system-related issues.

• Prepare and submit payroll tax reports, ensuring timely and accurate filings.

• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.

• Address employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies promptly and professionally.

• Review and reconcile payroll d...