Finance - Payroll Accountant

Crystal Stairs; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Crystal Stairs is seeking a Payroll Accountant committed to accurate payroll processing and compliance. The ideal candidate must have extensive experience with payroll systems and regulations. This 100% onsite role in Los Angeles offers an opportunity for growth within a diverse workforce focused on improving family lives.

Benefits

Medical/ Dental/ Vision - 95% paid by Crystal Stairs

401k Matching Options

Flex Spending

Pre-paid Legal Services

Paid Holidays and Winter Break

Opportunity for Growth and Development

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in payroll processing with ADP.
• 1+ year of Accounting experience required.
• Solid knowledge of payroll regulations and taxes.

Responsibilities

• Back up the processing of semi-monthly payroll for 350+ employees.
• Review payroll transactions and timecards.
• Prepare payroll related journal entries and schedules.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem analysis

Multi-tasking

Education

B.A. or B.S. degree from an accredited university

Tools

ADP WorkForce Now

ADP ezlabor

Excel

Job description

Crystal Stairs, Inc.

Improving the Lives of Families through

Child Care Services, Research, and Advocacy

Crystal Stairs is committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce and culture. As part of this commitment, Crystal Stairs does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of activities or operations.

Payroll Accountant

100% Onsite - Location: Los Angeles, CA 90056

What We're Looking For:

We are seeking a Payroll Accountant who will be responsible for assisting with the processing of the agency's payroll on a semi-monthly basis timely and accurately. The ideal candidate will have the following responsibilities:

1. Act as backup person to process semi-monthly payroll for 350+ employees
2. Review payroll transactions and timecards in ezlabor
3. Perform manual paycheck and accruals calculations. Issues payroll reversals. Prepare stop payment & update payroll system
4. Responsible for system maintenance for ADP WorkForce Now and ezLabor
5. Maintain and process employee garnishment
6. Application of labor law including wage and hour compliance; monitor meal penalties for trends
7. Identifies and resolves variety of payroll issues and payroll related discrepancies
8. Prepare all payroll related journal entries and schedules
9. Prepare report and spreadsheets using ADP report and Excel for budget process and as required
10. Review activity timecards to ensure compliance of our funders's terms and conditions
11. Reconcile payroll GL account
12. Manage and reconcile on leave employee benefit premium payment
13. Reconciles sick and vacation accrual balance
14. Prepare quarterly census report
15. Assist with completing EDD forms and other requests for employee pay information when needed
16. Maintain employee payroll file
17. Train supervisors on ezlabor and payroll policies
18. Assist with updating corporate payroll procedures
19. Interact with HR to coordinate any employee related issues that impact payroll
20. Act as Liaison between internal & external clients regarding payroll transactions
21. Other duties as assigned

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES YOU SHOULD POSSESS:

• B.A. or B. S. degree from an accredited four-year university. Relevant work experience may be substituted for college level education. Accounting classes a plus.
• Minimum of five years experience in payroll processing with ADP; experience with electronic timekeeping system and Payroll Report Writing a plus.
• Minimum of one year of Accounting experience
• Must have solid knowledge of payroll regulations, taxes and garnishment laws; intermediate computer skills in Excel required; ADP WorkForce Now system a must and ADP ezlabor and Report Writing preferred
• General understanding of general ledger and financial accounting a plus.
• Requires considerable accuracy and attention to detail, strong multi-tasking and organization skills
• Must have good customer service and communication skills; must be able to meet tight deadlines and juggle priorities
• Must be able to work independently and in team environment.
• Ability to identify and analyze problem situations and develop an effective course of action for resolution.

Total Package of Benefits

• Medical/ Dental/ Vision - 95% paid by Crystal Stairs
• 401k Matching Options
• Flex Spending
• Pre-paid Legal Services
• Sick and Vacation Time
• Paid Holidays and Winter Break
• Opportunity for Growth and Development
• Robust Learning Management System offering the following continuing education units: PDC, HRCI, CEU, CPE, PDU, SHRM

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Crystal Stairs is committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce and culture. As part of this commitment, Crystal Stairs provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, medical condition as defined by state law, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identification, ethnic group identification, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other legally protected status.

For more information about Crystal Stairs, please visit our website at: www.crystalstairs.org