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Payroll Clerk

KLittle Accounting Inc
Murrieta, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/19/2025

Payroll Clerk – Join Our Growing Team!
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing company? We are seeking a Payroll Clerk to join our Accounting and Finance team! If you have a keen eye for detail, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to confidentiality, we want to hear from you.
We value team players who take initiative, embrace challenges, and thrive in a dynamic environment. If you're a problem solver with excellent time management skills and a personable attitude, this is the perfect role for you!
Why Join Us?
Our company is built on core values of Excellence, Service, Integrity, Respect, and Unity. We foster a supportive work culture and are looking for the right fit to complement our team. This is a full-time position with benefits, and we are eager to hire as soon as possible.

Payroll Clerk Responsibilities

  • Process payroll for clients efficiently and accurately on a regular basis.
  • Calculate earnings, deductions, employer/employee taxes, and other payroll-related payments.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records.
  • Address payroll inquiries from employees in a timely and professional manner.
  • Prepare and distribute paychecks or direct deposits.
  • Generate payroll reports and support accounting needs.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and payroll regulations.
  • Stay updated on payroll laws and best practices.
  • Track and record employee benefits.
  • Record payroll journal entries.
  • Reconcile payroll reports with payroll tax returns and accounting systems.
  • Manage and calculate payroll garnishments.
  • Track Sick Time, Vacation Time, & Personal Time for multiple entities.
  • Assist with Workers' Compensation audits.
  • Provide administrative support, including maintaining payroll records, filing documents, organizing reports, and managing payroll-related correspondence.
  • Assist with onboarding new employees by setting up payroll accounts and explaining payroll procedures.
  • Coordinate with HR on payroll-related updates such as new hires, terminations, and employee status changes.
  • Respond to internal and external requests for payroll-related documents and verifications.
  • Provide additional payroll and administrative support as needed.

What We’re Looking For

  • 1-2 years' experience preferred as a Payroll Clerk or in a similar role.
  • Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Office (Excel in particular).
  • Experience with ADP is preferred but not required.
  • Strong mathematical skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Knowledge of payroll laws and regulations is a plus.
  • Willingness tocollaborate and establish strong working relationships.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

  • Murrieta, CA 92562: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $22

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