About This Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Payroll Accountant to support payroll accounting activities for our US and Canadian entities. This is not a payroll processing role—instead, you will focus on journal entries, account reconciliations, and participation in close activities while working closely with Finance and HR teams to ensure accuracy and timeliness in payroll-related accounting.
Work Location: Up to 2 days on-site Santa Clara, CA
Duration: 6+ months
Pay Rate Range: $70/hr-$80/hr
What You Will Work On
- Perform payroll accounting activities for U.S. and Canada entities, including:
oPreparation and posting of journal entries.
oReconciliation of payroll-related accounts.
oSupporting month-end and quarter-end close activities.
- Ensure accurate recording of payroll expenses and related liabilities.
- Partner with Accounting on variance analysis and reporting.
- Drive process improvement initiatives focused on efficiency and automation.
- Leverage technology to enhance accuracy; experience with AI-based automation considered a strong differentiator.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with HR and Finance teams to resolve payroll-related accounting issues.
What You Will Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- 5+ years of payroll accounting experience (US and Canada exposure preferable).
- Proficient in UKG Pro/Ultipro, required.
- Proficient in SAP, preferred.
- Strong understanding of general ledger, journal entries, and reconciliations.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Ability to work independently with high attention to detail and tight deadlines.
What You Can Expect
- An inspirational place for you to do your best work, be engaged in meaningful ways, and continually develop the skills, competencies and qualities that set our team apart.
- Compensation commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and other factors including geographic location, market and operational factors.
- Total Rewards include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Professional Development Program, Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Time (in geographies where legally required).
What We Do
At RGP, we're creating a future where businesses produce their best work without constraints. We've built a global network of over 2,600 experts across four regions, providing a comprehensive suite of solutions across on-demand talent, next-generation consulting, and outsourced services to support organizations at every stage of their growth journey. Trusted by Fortune 100 companies and emerging disruptors alike, we challenge conventional ways of working, drive growth, and pave the way for long-term success through bold innovation and fearless collaboration.
Our values guide everything we do and strengthen our commitment to people. By combining smart processes, human-centered design, and advanced technology, we celebrate our team's excellence and ensure we grow together. We believe in the power of continuous learning and development to drive both individual and organizational success. It’s time to rethink how work gets done. Dare to Work Differently® with RGP.
RGP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected trait and encourage all applicants to apply.
