Payroll Coordinator

We are currently seeking a Payroll Coordinator to join our team. This unique position is essential to KPM’s culture of internal and external client service. The position will process KPM’s internal payroll and also support our outsourced payroll team. 

At KPM, we understand how much work affects your life. That’s why we’re dedicated to making KPM one of the best places to work. We recognize our professionals are at their best when provided with the opportunity to experience a full family and personal life and a challenging and rewarding career with growth potential. KPM provides a range of professional development opportunities and makes mentorship a focus. We also provide a competitive salary and benefits package. See what makes us different. A career at KPM simply adds up.

Job Duties Include:

• Process multiple client and KPM’s internal semi-monthly payrolls in an accurate and timely manner.

• Serve as a point of contact for employee and client payroll related questions.

• Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax withholding laws.

• Help manage workflows to ensure accurate and timely processing of internal and external new hires, transfers, promotions, and terminations.

• Collaborate with KPM’s internal HR on benefits, leave & other payroll-related items.

• Administer & complete all tasks associated with KPM’s semi-monthly payroll & other internal payrolls as required.

• Maintain personnel records and other payroll documentation in an organized and confidential manner.

• Coordinate with Payroll Manager as needed on client-related issues.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Understanding of full payroll cycle

• Strong understanding of payroll laws, regulations and procedures

• Proficient in using payroll software and spreadsheet applications

• Attention to detail, organized and analytical

• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills

• Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment

• Excellent MS Office skills

• Top-notch client service skills

• Maintain strict confidentiality of the firm's clients & businesses

• Ability to work as a team player in a deadline driven environment

• Excellent oral & written communication skills

Required Experience:

• Five or more years of payroll-related work experience.

• Candidates should have a solid working knowledge of payroll processes and related tax and compliance procedures.

About KPM:

Since 1966, KPM has served Southwest Missouri and has offices in Springfield and Branson. We provide accounting, audit, tax, and consulting services to help our clients prosper. KPM is one of the largest locally owned accounting firm in Southwest Missouri (Springfield Business Journal), a top Midwestern firm (Accounting Today), and a top 300 firm in the U.S. (INSIDE Public Accounting). The firm also is a member of PrimeGlobal; an award-winning association of independent accounting and advisory firms.

KPM is an equal opportunity employer and employer decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, or creed, disability, national origin, or any other protected status. To learn more about KPM, visit kpmcpa.com.