Modern Family Law, a rapidly expanding national family law firm, is seeking an experienced and detailed Payroll Staff Accountant to join our growing Finance team. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing across a multi-state organization, while also supporting broader accounting and finance operations.
Modern Family Law offers competitive compensation, a wide range of benefits, and a culture built on family values. This role is remote, but the Payroll Staff Accountant must reside in Colorado or Texas.
Key Responsibilities:
Payroll (primary function)
- 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.
Accounting & Finance Support
- 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.
Finance Team & Business Support
- 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.
