Job Description
Join Oakland Financial Solutions as a Senior Payroll Clerk and become a vital part of our dynamic finance team. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage end-to-end payroll processing for 200+ employees, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment in the heart of Oakland's thriving business district.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for diverse workforce including hourly, salaried, and commissioned employees
- Calculate and garnish wages, deductions, and benefits according to federal/state regulations
- Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies in timekeeping systems
- Prepare and file payroll tax forms (941s, state unemployment, etc.) with 100% accuracy
- Administer 401(k) enrollments and deductions while maintaining compliance with ERISA
- Respond to employee payroll inquiries with clear, empathetic communication
- Collaborate with HR on onboarding/offboarding payroll transitions
Qualifications
- 3+ years of US payroll processing experience with multi-state compliance knowledge
- Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now or comparable payroll software
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or QuickBooks Payroll certification preferred
- Expert understanding of FLSA, CA labor laws, and IRS tax regulations
- Advanced Excel skills with pivot tables and VLOOKUP functions
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
- Exceptional attention to detail with proven error rate <0.5%