Entry Level Payroll Accountant

About This Role

ADP is hiring Entry Level Payroll Accountants to support client payroll processing, tax filings, and account reconciliations. You will work within ADP's payroll service bureaus, helping businesses of all sizes meet accurate and timely payroll obligations for their employees.

Job Overview

• Job Title: Entry Level Payroll Accountant
• Company: ADP
• Location: Roseland, NJ / Alpharetta, GA / Tempe, AZ / El Paso, TX / Louisville, KY
• Job Type: Full-time
• Experience Level: Entry-level (0–2 years)
• Salary Range: $22–$30/hr
• Posted Date: 2026-06-03
• Application Deadline: 2026-07-03

Role Context

ADP Payroll Accountants manage a portfolio of 40–80 clients and are responsible for the accuracy of payroll runs, tax deposits, and quarter-end filings. You will use ADP's proprietary payroll platform and interact directly with client HR and finance contacts. Training includes a 4-week onboarding program covering federal and state payroll tax regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Process semi-monthly and bi-weekly payroll runs for a portfolio of assigned clients
• Reconcile payroll tax liabilities and ensure timely federal and state deposits
• Prepare and file quarterly 941s, state unemployment returns, and W-2s
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies reported by client HR teams
• Maintain accurate employee records and pay rate changes in the ADP system
• Support year-end payroll reconciliation and audit documentation

Requirements & Skills

• Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• Basic knowledge of payroll concepts and federal payroll tax regulations
• Excel proficiency for reconciliation and data validation tasks
• High accuracy and attention to detail — payroll errors affect real employees
• Strong customer service mindset for client-facing responsibilities
• FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification) is a plus; ADP supports exam prep

Benefits & Work Conditions

• $22–$30/hr with annual merit increases and performance bonuses
• Hybrid schedule with flexibility after initial onboarding period
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one
• ADP 401(k) with company match and employee stock purchase program
• Payroll certification support and continuous learning through ADP University

Who Should Apply

Recent accounting or business graduates who want hands-on experience with payroll accounting, tax compliance, and client service. This role is well-suited for people who are precise with numbers, reliable with deadlines, and interested in the operational side of accounting and HR compliance.

About the Company

ADP is a global payroll and HR technology company processing payroll for over 1 million businesses worldwide. Its payroll accounting teams sit at the intersection of technology and compliance, ensuring employers meet federal, state, and local payroll tax obligations accurately and on time.

How to Apply

Apply through ADP Jobs. Search "Payroll Accountant" or "Entry Level Accountant." The process includes a phone screen, an Excel/payroll knowledge assessment, and a final-round virtual panel interview.