Job Description
Join Valley Financial Group as our next Payroll Clerk and become the backbone of our finance team! We're a dynamic Fresno-based firm committed to precision and employee satisfaction. This full-time role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative environment where your expertise truly matters. If you're detail-oriented with a passion for payroll accuracy, we want to meet you!
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 150+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Calculate and garnish wage deductions for taxes, benefits, and court orders
- Maintain accurate employee records in HRIS and time-tracking systems
- Reconcile payroll accounts and prepare quarterly tax filings (Form 941, state reports)
- Respond to payroll inquiries with clear, timely communication
- Conduct internal audits for compliance with FLSA and state labor laws
- Collaborate with HR on new hire onboarding and terminations
- Prepare year-end W-2s and 1099 forms
Qualifications
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience (ADP certification preferred)
- Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables)
- Deep understanding of CA payroll regulations and tax codes
- Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- PHR or SHRM-CP certification a plus
- Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Experience with multi-state payroll processing
- Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills