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Title: Payroll Accountant
Location: Newport Beach, CA
Industry: Law Firm
Position Type: Temporary, covering a LOA for 2 months with the possibility of extension
Pay: $31-34/hour
Start Date: ASAP
We are seeking a skilled Payroll Accountant to join our team on a temporary basis to cover a leave of absence. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with expertise in payroll management and a strong understanding of ADP WorkforceNow.
Key Responsibilities:
• Payroll Processing:
• Perform biweekly and monthly payroll for approximately 200 employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
• Manage payroll operations using ADP WorkforceNow, including data entry, processing, and reporting.
• Payroll Administration:
• Handle employee payroll queries and resolve any issues related to payroll discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure confidentiality of employee information.
• Coordinate with HR and finance departments to ensure seamless payroll operations.
• Compliance and Reporting:
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Prepare and submit payroll reports as required by management and regulatory bodies.
• Assist with payroll audits and implement audit recommendations.
• Bank Account Reconciliation:
• Perform monthly bank account reconciliations related to payroll transactions.
• Identify and resolve any discrepancies between payroll records and bank statements.
• Process Improvement:
• Identify and suggest improvements to payroll processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Stay updated with changes in payroll laws and regulations and implement necessary adjustments.
Qualifications:
• Proven experience as a Payroll Accountant or similar role, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Proficiency in using ADP WorkforceNow for payroll processing is essential.
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience with bank account reconciliation.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Pay Details: $31.00 to $34.00 per hour
Search managed by: Allison Lau
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records subject to federal contractor requirements and/or security clearance requirements.
