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We're looking for people who care about doing a great job.
CSC Paymaster is growing, and we're looking to hire two people to join our Tax and Finance Team.
We're open to different levels of experience. Maybe you have a few years of accounting experience and are looking for an opportunity to learn and grow, or perhaps you're a seasoned professional who's ready to take on more responsibility.
Either way, we're looking for people who take pride in their work, pay attention to details, and follow through. People who enjoy figuring things out, take initiative, and genuinely care about the work they do.
About Us
We've been in business for over 60 years, helping businesses with their payroll, tax, time and attendance, and HR needs.
We're proud of the company we've built and the people who make it what it is. We work closely together, support one another, and take pride in providing excellent customer service to our clients.
We also like to have some fun along the way. Our employee culture committee organizes events, celebrations, and community support activities that bring everyone together.
What You'll Be Doing
- Bank reconciliations, cash balancing, and financial transactions
- Processing electronic banking files and payroll tax payments
- Researching and resolving discrepancies
- Working with clients and tax agencies to resolve payroll tax issues
- Assisting with audits, account reviews, and special projects
- Helping improve processes and supporting the team as needed
What We're Looking For
- Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or financial operations
- Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills
- Comfortable working with numbers and learning new software
- Organized, dependable, and able to take ownership of your work
- Willingness to learn, contribute, and work as part of a team
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred, but not required
- Payroll tax experience is helpful, but not required
Opportunities for Growth
We're hiring at different experience levels, and responsibilities and compensation will reflect your background and abilities.
For someone earlier in their career, there's an opportunity to build on your experience and develop new skills. For a more experienced professional, there's room to take on more complex responsibilities and potentially grow into a senior accounting or finance role.
Benefits
- Medical insurance with a generous employer contribution
- Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
- Employer paid life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- 10 paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
If you're looking for a stable company, good people to work with, and an opportunity to continue growing, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $58,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Warwick, RI 02888 (Required)
Job-related location requirement:
- Candidates must be within a 25-mile radius.
Work Location: In person
We're looking for people who care about doing a great job.
CSC Paymaster is growing, and we're looking to hire two people to join our Tax and Finance Team.
We're open to different levels of experience. Maybe you have a few years of accounting experience and are looking for an opportunity to learn and grow, or perhaps you're a seasoned professional who's ready to take on more responsibility.
Either way, we're looking for people who take pride in their work, pay attention to details, and follow through. People who enjoy figuring things out, take initiative, and genuinely care about the work they do.
About Us
We've been in business for over 60 years, helping businesses with their payroll, tax, time and attendance, and HR needs.
We're proud of the company we've built and the people who make it what it is. We work closely together, support one another, and take pride in providing excellent customer service to our clients.
We also like to have some fun along the way. Our employee culture committee organizes events, celebrations, and community support activities that bring everyone together.
What You'll Be Doing
- Bank reconciliations, cash balancing, and financial transactions
- Processing electronic banking files and payroll tax payments
- Researching and resolving discrepancies
- Working with clients and tax agencies to resolve payroll tax issues
- Assisting with audits, account reviews, and special projects
- Helping improve processes and supporting the team as needed
What We're Looking For
- Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or financial operations
- Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills
- Comfortable working with numbers and learning new software
- Organized, dependable, and able to take ownership of your work
- Willingness to learn, contribute, and work as part of a team
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred, but not required
- Payroll tax experience is helpful, but not required
Opportunities for Growth
We're hiring at different experience levels, and responsibilities and compensation will reflect your background and abilities.
For someone earlier in their career, there's an opportunity to build on your experience and develop new skills. For a more experienced professional, there's room to take on more complex responsibilities and potentially grow into a senior accounting or finance role.
Benefits
- Medical insurance with a generous employer contribution
- Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
- Employer paid life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- 10 paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
If you're looking for a stable company, good people to work with, and an opportunity to continue growing, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $58,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Warwick, RI 02888 (Required)
Job-related location requirement:
- Candidates must be within a 25-mile radius.
Work Location: In person
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Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Manufacturing
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in payroll bookkeeper jobs.
- Proficiency in QuickBooks, ADP, Gusto, or similar payroll and accounting software
- Experience processing full-cycle payroll for hourly and salaried employees
- Knowledge of federal and state payroll tax regulations and filing requirements
- Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
- Ability to reconcile payroll accounts and maintain accurate general ledger entries
- Familiarity with benefits administration, garnishments, and year-end W-2 or 1099 preparation
Tips for Your Payroll Bookkeeper Job Search
Tailor your resume to payroll software
List every payroll and accounting platform you've used, such as QuickBooks, ADP, Gusto, or Paychex, in a dedicated skills section. Many applicant tracking systems screen for these tool names before a human ever reads your resume.
Highlight your payroll cycle experience
Specify whether you've run weekly, biweekly, or semi-monthly payroll, and note the headcount you've supported. Hiring managers for payroll bookkeeper roles want to know exactly how many employees you've processed, not just that you have payroll experience.
Get a bookkeeping or payroll certification
The American Payroll Association's Fundamental Payroll Certification and the AIPB's Certified Bookkeeper credential both signal competence to employers. Either one can move your resume past the screening round when your work history is light.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists payroll bookkeeper openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a skills-based screening test
Many employers give payroll bookkeeper candidates a short assessment covering journal entries, payroll calculations, or tax withholding logic before scheduling an interview. Brush up on federal and state payroll tax rules so you don't get screened out at this stage.
Negotiate by citing scope not title
When discussing compensation, anchor your case in the size and complexity of what you've managed, such as multi-state payroll, garnishments, or year-end W-2 processing. Concrete scope gives you more leverage than comparing job titles or years of experience alone.
Payroll Bookkeeper Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most payroll bookkeepers?
The most active employers for payroll bookkeepers right now are Rosendin Electric, Turner Construction Company, and H2O.ai, and the most openings are in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, staffing firms, and regional accounting practices tend to post the highest volume of these roles.
How many payroll bookkeeper jobs are remote?
About 36% of payroll bookkeeper openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting steady employer demand for flexible arrangements in this role. Accounts payable and payroll processing tasks that don't require on-site badge-in or cash handling are the most likely to be offered remotely.
How do you become a payroll bookkeeper?
Start by earning an associate degree in accounting or completing a bookkeeping certificate program that covers payroll fundamentals. Build hands-on experience through an entry-level accounts payable or payroll clerk role. Learn at least one major payroll platform, such as QuickBooks or ADP. Earning the Fundamental Payroll Certification from the American Payroll Association strengthens your candidacy for full-cycle payroll bookkeeper positions.
Can you get a payroll bookkeeper job with little experience?
Yes, many employers will hire candidates with limited direct experience if you can demonstrate payroll software proficiency and a solid grasp of basic accounting principles. Entry-level payroll clerk and accounts payable assistant roles are common stepping stones. A bookkeeping or payroll certification, combined with accuracy in a skills assessment, can offset a short work history when competing for these positions.
What does the payroll bookkeeper interview process look like?
Most employers start with a brief phone screen to confirm your software experience and availability. A technical assessment covering payroll calculations, journal entries, or tax withholding typically follows. Finalists usually have one or two in-person or video interviews with the hiring manager and, at larger companies, a finance or HR leader. Some employers also run a background and reference check before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to payroll bookkeeper jobs?
You can find and apply to payroll bookkeeper jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and preferences, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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