Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as an entry-level Payroll Specialist! Perfect for recent graduates or career changers, this full-time position offers comprehensive training to launch your career in payroll processing. We're seeking detail-oriented individuals passionate about finance and eager to grow with our Oakland-based firm. Enjoy competitive compensation, benefits, and a supportive environment where your contributions matter.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 100+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Verify time records and calculate overtime, bonuses, and deductions
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations
- Respond to employee payroll inquiries with professionalism and accuracy
- Reconcile payroll accounts and prepare monthly reports
- Collaborate with HR and accounting departments during audits
- Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive employee data
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (college degree preferred)
- No payroll experience required – we provide full training!
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel essential)
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
- Strong problem-solving abilities and customer service mindset
- Ability to handle confidential information with integrity
- Basic understanding of accounting principles a plus
- Must be authorized to work in the United States