Payroll Jobs in Virginia

A Payroll professional in the accounting industry manages the process of paying an organization's employees. They ensure the accurate processing and recording of the company's payroll, provide timely and accurate financial information, and participate in data entry and processing for the company's payroll. This includes ensuring that all calculations are accurate, that all necessary deductions have been made, and that employees are paid on time. Payroll professionals also ensure that the organization is in compliance with all tax laws, labor laws, and any other applicable regulations.

Important skills for a Payroll professional include attention to detail, understanding of accounting principles, proficiency with payroll software, and knowledge of tax and labor laws. They should also have strong communication skills and the ability to manage time effectively. Payroll professionals may also need certifications like the Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or the Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) which are offered by the American Payroll Association. Before becoming a payroll professional, a person might have roles such as a Payroll Clerk, Accountant, or Human Resources Assistant which would give them the necessary skills and experience.

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Payroll Coordinator

  • Luray, VA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Luray, VA
  • 17 hours ago

Required Skills and Qualifications: High School Diploma. 2-5 years of recent payroll processing experience. Strong knowledge of FLSA, FMLA, payroll, and IRS regulations....

Financial Program Analyst - DTS & Payroll (Active Interim Secret or higher clearance)

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 21 hours ago

Maintain Travel & Payroll files and assist in document management. Identify and resolve DTS/ERP rejects by coordinating with POCs....

Payroll Administrator

  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 1 day ago

Must be able to interpret and develop payroll processes, adhere to strict deadlines, and prioritize work effectively....

Payroll/Scheduler- The Dome

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 1 day ago

THE JOB US Concerts is seeking a Schedule/Payroll Administrator who will be responsible for employee scheduling, payroll processing, HR onboarding, invoicing, and general administrative management....

Payroll Coordinator

  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago

Responsible for preparation of payroll reports, reconciliations, and journal entries. Communicates within the firm and third parties about payroll data. RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES 1....

Payroll Administrator

  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 1 day ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Manage the organization's payroll processing (full time and part time) on a bi-weekly basis by maintaining employee information in the HRIS, updating employee records as requested...

Payroll Specialist

  • Reston, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 3 days ago

Coordinate with HR to ensure new hires, terminations, and employee status changes are properly reflected in payroll Calculate and track various deductions (e.g., taxes, benefits, garnishments, retirement...

Payroll & Benefits Administrator

  • Reston, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 3 days ago

Payroll & Benefits Administrator Job Description: Lead payroll, benefits, HR compliance, and compensation strategies. Partner with HR and operations on strategic projects....

Classification & Compensation Specialist

  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 3 days ago

The Classification & Compensation Specialist plays a crucial role in implementing and administering the university's classification and compensation system, ensuring compliance with relevant laws...

Payroll Manager

  • Chesterfield, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Chesterfield, VA
  • 3 days ago

If you have experience leading a team of payroll professionals and managing complex payroll processes, we are looking forward to your application....

Specialist, Payroll

  • Richmond, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 5 days ago

What you will do Essential Responsibilities Process data entry for multi-state payroll under strict deadlines while ensuring all entries and system outputs are in compliance with all state and federal...

Payroll Specialist

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 5 days ago

Payroll Specialist needed for a company located in Roanoke, VA Handling payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, answering phones, data entry, etc....

Payroll Specialist

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 5 days ago

Garnishments and reporting responsibilities include: Analyze and process payroll garnishments. Process garnishment refunds when required. Create weekly cash forecasting report....

Payroll Specialist

  • Sterling, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Sterling, VA
  • 6 days ago

Experience Processing Payroll for the Union - 2-3 years of payroll processing experience - Must hold an Associates degree - Proficiency in computer usage with intermediate to expert Excel skills - Past...

Payroll Specialist

  • Richmond, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 6 days ago

Qualifications: Previous use of UKG in corporate payroll position. Knowledge of multi-state payroll. Excellent verbal and written communication....

Demographic Data for Virginia

Moving to Virginia? Find some basic demographic data about Virginia below.


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Payroll Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Payroll Jobs in Virginia

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAccounting research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Payrolls in Virginia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.7%
Master's Degree
17.4%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
High School or GED
12.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.8%
Some College
2.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Payrolls in Virginia
4-6 years
37.5%
2-4 years
33.3%
6-8 years
20.8%
1-2 years
4.2%
10+ years
4.2%


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