Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team in Bakersfield as a Payroll Specialist! We're seeking a meticulous professional to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for our 500+ employees. This role offers growth opportunities in a supportive environment with competitive benefits and a commitment to work-life balance.
Our ideal candidate thrives in detail-oriented work and values precision. You'll collaborate with HR and finance departments while maintaining strict compliance with federal and California state regulations. If you're passionate about payroll excellence and want to make an impact, we encourage you to apply today!
Responsibilities
- Process multi-state payroll for 500+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Calculate and garnish wages, deductions, and tax withholdings
- Manage time-off accruals and PTO reconciliation
- Prepare and file quarterly payroll tax returns (Form 941, DE-9)
- Conduct payroll audits and resolve discrepancies
- Assist with year-end W-2 and 1099 processing
- Respond to employee payroll inquiries within SLAs
Qualifications
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience in California
- Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now or similar payroll systems
- Deep knowledge of CA wage & hour laws, tax codes, and compliance
- Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- CPP certification (preferred) or willingness to pursue
- Advanced Excel skills with VLOOKUP and pivot tables
- Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to handle sensitive data with confidentiality