Payroll Specialist — Data‑Driven & Client‑Focused

BDO USA; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO USA in Mississippi is seeking a Payroll Accounting Technician to support accurate, timely payroll processing across the end-to-end cycle. You will help ensure data integrity, apply controls, and deliver a positive client experience.

The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and experience with multi-state payrolls and tax calculations, plus proficiency in Excel and Word. A High School Diploma is required.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and basic research skills.
• Strong data-entry skills.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Solid organizational skills with ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Collects, compiles, and enters payroll data using appropriate software.
• Updates payroll records by entering changes including deductions, garnishments, and salary increases.
• Processes payroll by established deadlines.
• Interacts with client staff to gain information, documents and data necessary to complete assigned tasks.
• Communicates significant client issues to supervisor.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Data entry

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

BDO USA in Mississippi is seeking a Payroll Accounting Technician to support accurate, timely payroll processing across the end-to-end cycle. You will help ensure data integrity, apply controls, and deliver a positive client experience.

The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and experience with multi-state payrolls and tax calculations, plus proficiency in Excel and Word. A High School Diploma is required.