Remote New

Payroll Associate

Forvis Mazars, LLP
parental leave, flex time, 401(k)
United States
Apr 15, 2026
General information Name Payroll Associate Posting Title Payroll Associate Ref # 2236704 Date Published Tuesday, April 14, 2026 Close Date 07/14/2026 Job Category Internal Firm Services Advertised Location US-Remote Working time Full Time Description & Requirements The Payroll Associate supports the payroll tax function, ensuring pay and payroll taxes are processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations. In collaboration with others, the Payroll Associate ensures accurate payroll processing and payroll taxes and thorough validation of payroll data for the firm. The ideal candidate will be experienced, well-organized, detail-oriented, flexible, and possess excellent time management skills. Requirements of this position include the ability to interact with all levels of staff in a fast-paced environment, under pressure, while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient, with a high level of professionalism. Confidentiality is crucial to this role. Advanced written and verbal communication skills, critical thinking, and the ability to make sound decisions are equally important. The Payroll Associate is responsible for reporting all matters of significance promptly to the Payroll Tax Lead or the Payroll Manager and keeps them informed of the day to day activities of the department. What You Will Do: Support maintenance and review of payroll tax processing and accounting systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions. Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates, and tax locations. Support reconciliation of taxes. Prepare periodic reports. Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports of payroll tax transactions. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, tax, and hour laws and best practices. Support the internal and external audit processes as required. Identify and recommend updates to payroll accounting software, systems, and procedures. Collaborate with finance on general ledger for accuracy and any necessary adjustments. Address payroll questions and issues from employees and partners, timely and accurately. As needed, make adjustments, generate W2C's, process supplemental payroll runs, and process reversals Minimum Qualifications: 1-3 years of related experience Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a related field 3-5 years of related experience Knowledge of payroll functions including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes. Experience with and specialized knowledge of US payroll. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Microsoft Excel, or related software. Proficient with Payroll software, with Workday Payroll software proficiency #LI-CW1 About Forvis Mazars, LLP Forvis Mazars, LLP is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global, a leading global professional services network. Ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the United States, the firm's 7,000 dedicated team members provide an Unmatched Client Experience through the delivery of assurance, tax, and consulting services for clients in all 50 states and internationally through the global network. Visit forvismazars.us to learn more. Forvis Mazars, LLP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or other protected classifications. It is Forvis Mazars, LLP standard policy not to accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates. Forvis Mazars, LLP expressly reserves the right not to consider unsolicited referrals and/or resumes from vendors including and without limitation, search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services, and recruiting agencies. Forvis Mazars, LLP further reserves the right not to pay a fee to a recruiter or agency unless such recruiter or agency has a signed vendor agreement with Forvis Mazars, LLP. Any resume or CV submitted to any employee of Forvis Mazars, LLP without having a Forvis Mazars, LLP vendor agreement in place will be considered the property of Forvis Mazars, LLP. Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (SB 19-085) Pursuant to Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range displayed is for the Colorado market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. Colorado Salary Range: CO Minimum Salary (USD) $ 53,500 CO Maximum Salary (USD) $ 98,000 New York City Pay Transparency Pursuant to the pay transparency laws of New York State and other local ordinances within the state including (but not limited to) New York City, the salary range displayed is for the New York markets. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. New York Salary Range: NY Minimum Salary (USD) $ 64,200 NY Maximum Salary (USD) $ 107,000 California Pay Transparency Pursuant to the pay transparency laws of California, the salary range displayed is for the California market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. California Salary Range: CA Minimum Salary (USD) $ 58,800 CA Maximum Salary (USD) $ 107,000 California Fair Chance Forvis Mazars will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including but not limited to the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, LA County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Maryland Wage Transparency Pursuant to Maryland's Wage Range Transparency Law, the salary range displayed is for the Maryland market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. MD Minimum Salary (USD) $ 53500 MD Maximum Salary (USD) $ 98000 Massachusetts Wage Transparency Pursuant to the Massachusetts' Wage Transparency Act, the salary range displayed is for the Massachusetts market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. MA Minimum Salary (USD) $ 58800 MA Maximum Salary (USD) $ 98000 Illinois Wage Transparency Pursuant to Illinois' Equal Pay Act, the salary range displayed is for the Illinois market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Non-exempt/hourly positions will be eligible for time and half pay for employees that work over 40 hours in a workweek. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), bonuses, profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. For more information on benefits, please visit https://resourcecenter.forvismazars.us/. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. IL Minimum Salary (USD) $ 53500 IL Maximum Salary (USD) $ 98000 New Jersey Wage Transparency Pursuant to New Jersey's Pay Transparency Law, the salary range displayed is for the New Jersey market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. NJ Minimum Salary (USD) $ 64200 NJ Maximum Salary (USD) $ 107000 Vermont Wage Transparency Pursuant to Vermont Act 155, the salary range displayed is for the Vermont market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. VT Minimum Salary (USD) $ 48200 VT Maximum Salary (USD) $ 98100 Washington Wage Transparency Pursuant to Washington's Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, the salary range displayed is for the Washington market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits such as medical, dental, vision, tax-savings plans, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, holidays, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. WA Minimum Salary (USD) $ 58800 WA Maximum Salary (USD) $ 107000