Payroll Coordinator

Who We Are

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 20 Local Education Agencies (LEA), educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 6,800 alumni to and through college and beyond.

What We Believe

KIPP SoCal believes that the purpose of education is for liberation. This means that we see, develop, and inspire the limitless potential in each and all of our KIPPsters.

What We Do

At KIPP SoCal we build trusting relationships that are strengthened by high expectations and collaboration alongside laughter and joy. We set ambitious goals and hold each other accountable for students achieving their greatest potential. We work together with each other and in partnership with families and communities in the active pursuit of a more equitable world. We do the right thing, even when it's not always comfortable standing up and speaking out against anti-blackness, racism, oppression, and injustice. We persevere through obstacles and treat failure as an opportunity to learn and grow.

The Mission

KIPP SoCal Public Schools (KIPP SoCal) is a nonprofit organization that operates tuition-free, open-enrollment, public charter schools focused on preparing students in systemically under-resourced communities in Southern California for choice filled lives. In July 2019, KIPP LA Public Schools and KIPP San Diego Public Schools united to become KIPP SoCal Public Schools to better meet the needs of our students. We currently operate 19 schools, educate approximately 8,200 students and support an additional 4,300 alumni who are attending high school and college.

• Reports to Senior Payroll Manager
• Responsible for processing manual checks with attention to detail for exempt and non-exempt employees
• Preparation and processing of semi-monthly and special payroll; review and ensure accuracy of approved time-sheets
• Performs tasks to establish and maintain employee/payroll records
• Provide excellent customer service to all KIPP SoCal Public Schools’ employees by promptly researching and answering questions and information requests
• Deliver instruction/training to supervisors regarding the use of our HRIS/payroll system including updating of timesheets, approving time off requests, online access of pay statements, etc
• Utilize interpersonal skills to resolve outstanding transactional issues with employees and get them resolved in a timely manner
• Perform other ad-hoc projects as assigned
• Highly organized, attentive, has a sense of urgency, flexible and able to deal with frequent interruptions and changing priorities
• Strong attention to details
• Continually look for ways to improve processes and make recommendations for improvement to management
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• **Please note that this position will be telecommuting 8am-5pm (flexible), Monday-Friday and will report to the regional office when needed
• **Please note: internal applicants should submit application no later than February 28, 2025

• High school diploma (or equivalence) required
• College degree preferred
• 1 years of payroll processing experience
• Demonstrated ability to learn new software systems 
• Must be proficient in MS Excel; Intermediate Excel level preferred
• Must be detailed and results-oriented 
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to follow directions, research and be proactive
• Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a proven ability to meet and  complete multiple deadlines and tasks
• Unquestioned commitment to KIPP SoCal Public Schools’ mission and values

• Working at an organization committed to the hard work necessary to ensure education is for liberation 
• Spending time with students and families in the best communities of LA, Compton, and San Diego
• Support and care from fellow regional team members
• Ongoing professional development and coaching from manager

• Hourly rate range: $20-$25 per hour, commensurate with experience
• 100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer, dependents added at 50% of cost
• KIPP SoCal life insurance
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SoCal
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance, Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.)
• Generous time off program includes 22 holidays, 10 days sick leave and 10 days vacation (to start).
• Other great benefits (Flexible spending account, EAP, tuition reimbursement for dependents, etc.)

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

KIPP SoCal strives to ensure that our careers website is accessible to all, including individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact us. You can find our contact information on our website, http://www.kippsocal.org/. Information will be sent to a talent acquisition representative who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the hiring process.

Salary : $20 - $25