We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll and Accounting Specialist to join our team in our Albuquerque, New Mexico, office. This role is responsible for all aspects of payroll processing, compliance, and accounting support within a large firm with multiple pay structures. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in payroll and accounting operations.
This position offers the opportunity to be a key player in our payroll and accounting team, ensuring compliance and efficiency while supporting employees and leadership. As part of our firm, you will benefit from a collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Industry Experience: Professional services required; engineering, environmental services, or architecture preferred.
• Education & Experience: Associate’s or bachelor’s in business administration, accounting, or related field preferred. Five (5) years of relevant education/experience combination may substitute.
• Payroll Expertise: 3+ years of multi-jurisdictional payroll experience required.
• Technical Skills: Intermediate Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUPs), MS Office proficiency.
• Payroll Systems: In-house payroll experience required; conversion to outsourced payroll preferred.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Working knowledge of federal and state HR and payroll laws.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Work Ethic: High integrity, confidentiality, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.