Corporate Payroll Specialist

CORPORATE PAYROLL SPECIALIST At Carr, Riggs & Ingram, your career path is just that—yours. We are strong believers in the notion that your career should adapt to and integrate into your life and not the other way around. We invite you to explore our opportunities and learn how CRI can help you reinvent your career path and shape your future.

We are dedicated to uniting your professional passions with your individual personal pursuits, creating an empowered workplace for everyone—from interns and admins to staff accountants and future partners. At CRI, #EverybodyCounts.

We are currently seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our Corporate team in Panama City Beach, FL.

Essential Functions

• Process bi-weekly payroll as part of a team
• Maintain accurate employee payroll and HR records
• Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll and benefits
• Prepare COBRA notification packages and assist with benefits administration
• Reconcile payroll and benefits invoices prior to submission to Accounts Payable
• Assist with payroll-related general ledger reconciliations
• Prepare required government and compliance reports
• Generate routine and ad hoc reports for management
• Ensure adherence to company policies and applicable regulations
• Support broader HR operations as needed

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience processing payroll
• Attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidential and sensitive data
• High level of organization
• Able to work under tight deadlines
• Competent with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel
• Good communication skills (written and verbal)
• Experience with ADP preferred
• Able to work within a team setting

Pay Rate

• $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. CRI will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this position or future positions (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa). CRI is a nationally recognized accounting and advisory firm known for its audit, tax, and business consulting expertise. The profession and our communities widely acknowledge our commitment to delivering tailored solutions to help ensure client success.

We stand out through our collaborative, client-focused approach, offering personalized services backed by deep industry knowledge. Clients trust CRI as a dedicated partner who understands their unique needs and ensures support at every step. To learn more about the industries we serve, our service offerings, and our family of companies please visit us at www.criadv.com.

CRI offers a generous benefits package that includes 21 PTO days, 9 paid holidays, and company-paid long-term disability and life insurance. Employees also have access to Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance, as well as dental, vision, and short-term disability coverage. Additional benefits include parental leave, flexible spending accounts, and a 401(k) retirement plan.