Accounting Specialist (Payroll)
Chesapeake, VA - USA
Job Summary
Accounting Specialist (Payroll)
Location: Chesapeake VA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Overview
Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing is partnering with a growing organization in the Chesapeake VA area seeking an Accounting Specialist (Payroll) to support payroll operations and assist with broader accounting functions.
This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong payroll experience who is looking to expand into general accounting responsibilities within a collaborative finance team.
Key Responsibilities
Process and support full-cycle payroll using Paylocity
Ensure payroll is completed accurately and in compliance with company policies and regulations
Maintain employee payroll records deductions and benefits information
Assist with payroll reporting reconciliations and audits
Support general accounting functions as needed including:
- Journal entries and account reconciliations
- Assisting with month-end close
- Accounts payable and/or receivable support
Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis to support finance leadership
Qualifications
- 2 years of experience in payroll and/or accounting support roles
- Experience with Paylocity required
- Strong understanding of payroll processes and compliance requirements
- Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office
- High level of accuracy attention to detail and organization
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Exposure to general accounting (AP AR or GL)
- Experience supporting month-end close processes
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
Why This Opportunity
- Opportunity to grow beyond payroll into broader accounting responsibilities
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Stable role with long-term growth potential
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Cordia Resources is a professional recruiting and staffing firm specializing in the areas of Accounting, Finance, HR, and IT in the Washington DC Metro region.