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Modern Family Law · 21 hours ago

Payroll Staff Accountant

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

$70K/yr - $90K/yr

3+ years exp

Modern Family Law is a rapidly expanding national family law firm seeking an experienced Payroll Staff Accountant to join their growing Finance team. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and compliant payroll processing across a multi-state organization while supporting broader accounting and finance operations.

Legal

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Process semi-monthly payroll accurately and on time across multiple states

Ensure proper handling of salaries, bonuses, benefits, deductions, and payroll taxes

Partner closely with People & Culture on new hires, terminations, compensation changes, and other payroll-impacting updates

Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation in accordance with internal controls and compliance requirements

Respond to internal payroll-related inquiries from employees with professionalism and discretion

Support accounts payable activities, including invoice review, coding, and payment processing

Assist with accounts receivable functions, including invoicing, payment application, and follow-up

Participate in month-end close activities related to payroll, AP, and AR

Prepare reconciliations and supporting schedules for financial reporting

Assist with year-end compliance activities, including 1099 preparation and filing

Contribute to continuous improvement of payroll and accounting processes as the firm scales

Serve as backup support for other Finance functions as needed

Participate in cross-training to strengthen team coverage and continuity

Help improve processes, documentation, and internal controls

Support special projects related to growth, systems, or compliance initiatives

Other duties and projects may be assigned based on business needs

Qualification

Payroll processingAccounting fundamentalsPayroll taxes complianceMicrosoft Office SuiteQuickBooksMulti-state organizationClient service skillsAttention to detailCommunication skillsTeam player

Required

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience required

Minimum of three (3) years of experience in an accounting or finance role required

Solid understanding of payroll taxes, wage and hour laws, and compliance requirements

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills

Strong working knowledge of accounting fundamentals with the ability to analyze transactions, identify discrepancies, and manage multiple priorities with accuracy and organization

Advanced attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to learn new technology quickly

Proactive, solutions-oriented self-starter who understands detailed work within a broader organizational context

Calm, focused, and effective under payroll cycles, strict deadlines, and compliance-driven timelines

Clear and professional communicator who interacts effectively with all levels of personnel, including leadership, support staff, clients, and external partners

Demonstrates discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive employee, client, and financial information

Excellent client service skills with the ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously under minimal supervision

Adaptable and flexible team player who responds positively to shifting demands

Ability to work under pressure and, when necessary, support occasional off-site work based on business needs

Preferred

Experience in a multi-location or multi-state organization preferred

Experience with accounting, billing, and financial systems such as QuickBooks, TimeSolv, LawPay, and Salesforce preferred

Experience with TriNet strongly preferred

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Work From Anywhere -- eligible after 6 months

HSA/FSA options

Commuter and transit benefits may be available in some locations.

Additional voluntary benefits include accident insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, critical illness insurance, long-term care insurance, and pet insurance.