Description We are offering a contract for a permanent position as a Payroll Accountant in Litchfield, Minnesota. In this role, you will be managing various accounting tasks, including payroll, accounts payable and receivable, inventory, and general ledger entries. Responsibilities: • Oversee the accurate and timely processing of biweekly payroll • Handle accounts payable and receivable procedures efficiently • Perform regular postings of journal entries in Quickbooks • Administer the receipt and posting of overhead expenses-related vendor invoices in Quickbooks • Conduct bank reconciliation and facilitate end-of-month book closings • Generate on-demand reports using Quickbooks • Ensure compliance with state sales tax reporting • Perform other tasks as assigned, ensuring accuracy and efficiency • Utilize Quickbooks and other industry-specific software for various accounting tasks • Handle confidential employee situations or issues with utmost professionalism and discretion • Multi-task effectively, including answering phones, responding to emails, and researching transactions while maintaining work accuracy • Prioritize tasks effectively to meet deadlines while maintaining work quality • Use Excel to create and read formulas, generate graphs for analysis, and utilize basic functions. Requirements • Minimum 2 years of experience as a Payroll Accountant or similar role • Proficiency in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) • Experience with Multi-state Payroll is required • Ability to Post Journal Entries accurately and timely • Solid understanding of General Ledger functions • Proficiency in QuickBooks is desirable • Proven experience in Month End Close procedures • Knowledge of Payroll Taxes and compliance • Experience with Sales Tax calculations and reporting Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .