Accounting and HR Support Specialist - Urgent Hire at Express Employment Professionals

Payroll & Accounting Manager / Specialist
Location: Texarkana, AR
Salary: $55,000-$60,000/year

We are partnering with a well-established company in Texarkana that is looking for a dependable Payroll & Accounting Manager / Specialist to oversee payroll operations while also supporting key accounting functions. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys keeping financial processes organized, accurate, and running smoothly.

The right candidate will take ownership of payroll processing, maintain compliance with payroll regulations, and assist with day-to-day accounting tasks. If you enjoy being the person others rely on for accuracy, organization, and attention to detail, this could be a great fit.

Payroll Management

• Process and manage weekly or bi-weekly payroll for all employees accurately and on time

• Maintain payroll records including wages, deductions, benefits, and tax withholdings

• Manage payroll taxes, garnishments, and other deductions

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations

• Prepare and distribute payroll reports for management and accounting

• Coordinate with HR on employee changes including new hires, terminations, and pay adjustments

• Manage payroll tax filings and year-end reporting such as W-2s

• Respond to employee payroll questions and resolve discrepancies

Accounting Support

• Enter invoices, payments, receipts, and journal entries into accounting software

• Assist with Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Reconcile payroll accounts, bank statements, credit cards, and vendor accounts

• Verify accuracy of financial data and assist with financial reporting

• Support month-end and year-end close processes

• Assist with audits and other financial documentation as needed

Recordkeeping & Compliance

• Maintain organized payroll and financial records (electronic and paper)

• Ensure all payroll and accounting documentation is accurate and up to date

• Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll and financial information

• Support compliance with employment laws, wage and hour regulations, and company policies

• Experience in payroll processing, payroll management, or accounting/bookkeeping

• Knowledge of payroll systems, payroll tax requirements, and accounting principles

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism

• Proficiency with payroll and accounting software

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

• Stable, full-time position with a competitive salary of $55,000-$60,000 per year

• Opportunity to manage payroll while also supporting accounting operations

• Work with a company that values reliability, accuracy, and teamwork