Job Description
Are you a detail-oriented professional ready to make an impact?
Join the dynamic team at Pacific Financial Services as our new Payroll Clerk. We are currently hiring immediately for this full-time opportunity in the heart of Oakland. If you have a passion for accuracy, data integrity, and ensuring employees are paid on time, we want to meet you.
As a key member of our Finance department, you will play a crucial role in maintaining our reputation for excellence by managing complex payroll processes with precision. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work environment.
Responsibilities
- Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for over 200 employees using ADP Workforce Now.
- Ensure accurate calculation of gross pay, deductions, and net pay according to labor laws.
- Prepare and audit timecards, timesheets, and leave requests for compliance.
- Resolve payroll discrepancies and respond promptly to employee inquiries regarding pay stubs and tax forms.
- Assist with year-end reporting, including W-2s and 1099s preparation.
- Maintain payroll records and ensure confidentiality of sensitive employee data.
- Collaborate with HR and Accounting teams to update employee information and tax status.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of hands-on payroll processing experience required.
- Proficiency in payroll software (ADP, Paychex, or QuickBooks) is mandatory.
- Strong working knowledge of FLSA regulations, state tax laws, and payroll tax forms.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) is highly desirable.
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.