Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team in Oakland and become the backbone of employee compensation! We're seeking a meticulous Payroll Clerk to process accurate, timely payments for our growing workforce. This is an immediate opening offering competitive benefits and career growth in a collaborative environment. If you thrive in precision and value the satisfaction of ensuring employees receive their hard-earned compensation on schedule, we want to meet you!
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 200+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Calculate and garnish deductions for taxes, benefits, and wage garnishments
- Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies with banking institutions
- Generate payroll reports for management and auditors
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
- Maintain confidential employee payroll records and documentation
- Collaborate with HR on new hire onboarding and terminations
Qualifications
- 3+ years of hands-on payroll processing experience
- Proficiency with ADP payroll software and timekeeping systems
- Deep understanding of CA payroll tax laws and labor regulations
- Associate's degree in Accounting or Business Administration
- Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, formulas)
- CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification preferred
- Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment