Payroll Jobs in Pennsylvania

A Payroll professional in the accounting industry manages the process of paying an organization's employees. They ensure the accurate processing and recording of the company's payroll, provide timely and accurate financial information, and participate in data entry and processing for the company's payroll. This includes ensuring that all calculations are accurate, that all necessary deductions have been made, and that employees are paid on time. Payroll professionals also ensure that the organization is in compliance with all tax laws, labor laws, and any other applicable regulations.

Important skills for a Payroll professional include attention to detail, understanding of accounting principles, proficiency with payroll software, and knowledge of tax and labor laws. They should also have strong communication skills and the ability to manage time effectively. Payroll professionals may also need certifications like the Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or the Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) which are offered by the American Payroll Association. Before becoming a payroll professional, a person might have roles such as a Payroll Clerk, Accountant, or Human Resources Assistant which would give them the necessary skills and experience.

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Junior Payroll Administrator

  • Fort Washington, PA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Fort Washington, PA
  • 11 hours ago

Primary Responsibilities: Assist in entry of payroll data, including direct deposit, tax record updates and garnishment processing Provide quality assurance and audit of payroll entry Provide customer...

Payroll Processor

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 12 hours ago

Resolve payroll discrepancies, maintain compliance with internal policies, and provide prompt support for employee payroll inquiries....

Part-Time Payroll / Accounting Support - Lancaster, PA

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 17 hours ago

The Payroll / Accounting Support Assistant plays a crucial role in facilitating payroll operations within the company....

Payroll Specialist

  • Easton, PA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Easton, PA
  • 17 hours ago

Payroll SpecialistJob Description The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for managing and reconciling weekly and bi-weekly payroll, performing audits, and ensuring the accuracy of employee deductions...

Accounts Payable/Payroll Specialist

  • Malvern, PA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Malvern, PA
  • 18 hours ago

in ADP. + Run standard payroll reports to support payroll journal entries and pension plan/403(b) funding. + Handle all other recurring payroll processing activities. + Handle all year-end reviews...

Payroll Operations Specialist

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 20 hours ago

If so, we encourage you to apply for our Payroll Operations Specialist position!...

Payroll Specialist - Direct Hire

  • Easton, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Easton, PA
  • 1 day ago

have payroll processing experience....

Payroll and Benefits Specialist

  • Malvern, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Malvern, PA
  • 1 day ago

Previous experience processing multi-state payroll Preferred Skills: CPP or PHR certification a plus Payroll processing in Rippling Experience processing payroll for CAD Physical Requirements Standing...

Senior Director, Payroll & Benefits

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago

Knowledge of multi-state payroll, ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, ADA, FMLA, and federal/state employment law. Strong communication skills and proven ability to collaborate across functions....

Payroll Specialist

  • Easton, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Easton, PA
  • 1 day ago

Audit, analyze, and reconcile multiple payroll reports to ensure the accuracy of payroll changes and adjustments....

Payroll Ananlyst

  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 2 days ago

Experience and proficiency in multi-state payroll processing is preferred Ability and willingness to learn new systems and processes, especially Payroll/HR processes and SAP HR processes is required...

Payroll Coordinator

  • Warrendale, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Warrendale, PA
  • 2 days ago

Coordinate payroll paperwork (e.g., garnishments, reciprocity forms). Partner with LOA and Benefits regarding benefit deductions or paid leave as necessary....

Payroll Analyst

  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 2 days ago

Kforce has a client in King of Prussia, PA that is seeking a Payroll Analyst....

HR Business Partner and Compensation Specialist

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 3 days ago

HR Business Partner and Compensation Specialist Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh, 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America Req #1581 Monday, April 21, 2025 There's no...

Bookkeeping / Payroll Specialist

  • Carlisle, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Carlisle, PA
  • 3 days ago

Prepare & Review Payroll : Process payroll accurately and timely, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations....

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

Moving to Pennsylvania? Find some basic demographic data about Pennsylvania below.


Local
National
13,002,700
303,027

Payroll Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Payroll Jobs in Pennsylvania

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAccounting research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Payrolls in Pennsylvania offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.7%
Master's Degree
17.4%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
High School or GED
12.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.8%
Some College
2.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Payrolls in Pennsylvania
4-6 years
37.5%
2-4 years
33.3%
6-8 years
20.8%
1-2 years
4.2%
10+ years
4.2%


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