Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Payroll Clerk in the heart of Oakland! We're seeking a meticulous professional to ensure accurate, timely payroll processing for our growing workforce. This role is critical to maintaining employee satisfaction and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced environment. If you thrive in detail-driven roles and value financial precision, apply today to become an essential part of our Oakland-based operations.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 200+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Calculate and verify deductions, taxes, benefits, and garnishments
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
- Prepare and submit quarterly tax filings (941, 940, CA DE-6)
- Manage payroll reconciliations and journal entries
- Respond to employee payroll inquiries within SLA
- Collaborate with HR on new hire terminations and benefit changes
- Audit time records and resolve discrepancies
Qualifications
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience
- ADP Workforce Now certification preferred
- Deep knowledge of CA payroll laws (DLSE, EDD requirements)
- Proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables) and payroll systems
- Associate's degree in Accounting/Business or equivalent experience
- Proven attention to detail with zero-error tolerance
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills