Modern Family Law is hiring a Payroll Staff Accountant

Modern Family Law is hiring a Payroll Staff Accountant to join our remote-first team. You will be responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing across our multi-state organization while supporting broader accounting and finance operations. This role must be performed from either Colorado or Texas.

What You'll Do

• Process semi-monthly payroll accurately and on time across multiple states.
• Ensure proper handling of salaries, bonuses, benefits, deductions, and payroll taxes.
• Partner closely with People & Culture on new hires, terminations, compensation changes, and other payroll-impacting updates.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation in accordance with internal controls and compliance requirements.
• Respond to internal payroll-related inquiries from employees with professionalism and discretion.
• Support accounts payable activities, including invoice review, coding, and payment processing.
• Assist with accounts receivable functions, including invoicing, payment application, and follow-up.
• Participate in month-end close activities related to payroll, AP, and AR.
• Prepare reconciliations and supporting schedules for financial reporting.
• Assist with year-end compliance activities, including 1099 preparation and filing.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of payroll and accounting processes as the firm scales.
• Serve as backup support for other Finance functions as needed.
• Participate in cross-training to strengthen team coverage and continuity.
• Help improve processes, documentation, and internal controls.
• Support special projects related to growth, systems, or compliance initiatives.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in an accounting or finance role.
• Solid understanding of payroll taxes, wage and hour laws, and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to work from home with a reliable internet connection and a productive workstation.

Nice to Have

• Experience in a multi-location or multi-state organization.
• Experience with accounting, billing, and financial systems such as QuickBooks, TimeSolv, LawPay, and Salesforce.
• Experience with TriNet.

Technical Stack

• Microsoft Office Suite, Excel
• QuickBooks, TimeSolv, LawPay
• Salesforce, TriNet

Team & Environment

You will be part of the growing Finance team.

Benefits & Compensation

• Salary: $70,000-$90,000
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Work From Anywhere -- eligible after 6 months

Work Mode

This is a remote position, but candidates must reside in either Colorado or Texas. Modern Family Law operates with a remote-first culture built on family values.

Modern Family Law is an equal opportunity employer.