Job Description
Are you a detail-oriented professional looking for an immediate opportunity?
Apex Financial Solutions is seeking a skilled Payroll Clerk to join our growing finance team in the heart of Oakland, CA. In this pivotal role, you will ensure our employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining strict compliance with federal and state regulations. If you are ready to advance your career with a forward-thinking company, we want to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Work in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
- Immediate start date available for the right candidate.
Responsibilities
- Process Payroll: Calculate and process bi-weekly and monthly payroll for all employees using [Software Name, e.g., ADP or QuickBooks] with 100% accuracy.
- Compliance Management: Ensure all payroll activities comply with FLSA regulations, state tax laws, and company policies.
- Timekeeping Oversight: Review timecards, leave requests, and garnishments to resolve discrepancies before processing.
- Reporting: Prepare and distribute payroll reports to management and generate tax filings for local and state authorities.
- Employee Support: Serve as the primary point of contact for employee payroll inquiries regarding pay stubs, deductions, and tax forms.
- System Maintenance: Maintain accurate employee records within the HRIS and update payroll tax tables as needed.
Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of professional payroll processing experience.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in payroll software (ADP, Workday, or QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables).
- Education: High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree in Accounting or Finance is a plus.
- Knowledge: Solid understanding of payroll tax laws, FLSA, and wage garnishment procedures.
- Attention to Detail: Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to detect errors and resolve complex issues.
- Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively with staff and management.