Payroll Accountant

Paylocity; San Diego, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full benefits package

401k with 4% match

10 paid holidays

Generous vacation policy

Job summary

Cre8tive Technology & Design is seeking a Payroll Accountant to manage the full payroll cycle for U.S. employees and international subcontractors. You will ensure timely payroll processing, maintain payroll records, and support the Finance team in monthly and year-end close.

The role requires 3+ years of payroll experience, strong knowledge of payroll laws, and proficiency with Paylocity, QuickBooks, and Excel. This is a hybrid role in San Diego with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of payroll processing experience, including multi-state payroll administration.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state payroll laws, wage and hour regulations, and compliance.
• Experience using Paylocity and QuickBooks; proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly payroll for ~100 U.S. employees and international subcontractors.
• Ensure accurate payroll processing including hires, terminations, bonuses, commissions, and changes.
• Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with payroll laws and regulations.
• Reconcile employee benefit accounts (health insurance, 401(k), FSA, HSA, deductions, and employer contributions).
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing including payroll accruals and reconciliations.
• Provide clerical support to Controller, HR, and Leadership.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Paylocity

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

Description

Cre8tive Technology & Design is currently hiring a Payroll Accountant who is a dynamic individual with proven experience with a range of payroll, benefits, and accounting functions and procedures.

The Payroll Accountant is responsible for managing the full payroll cycle while supporting key accounting functions within the Finance team. This hybrid role ensures accurate and timely payroll processing for U.S. employees and international subcontractors, maintains payroll-related accounting records, and performs reconciliations of payroll and employee benefit accounts. Working closely with Human Resources and reporting to the Controller, the Payroll Accountant plays a critical role in ensuring compliance, accuracy, and efficiency across payroll and financial operations.

Cre8tive Technology & Design is an industry-leading technology partner specializing in end-to-end business solutions that amplify efficiency, effectiveness, and productivity for manufacturers. Our experienced team devotes all our efforts to sales and services of ERP and PLM business management software that is tailored to the unique needs of each client.??

Requirements

How you will make an impact:

• Process biweekly payroll for approximately 100 U.S. employees across multiple states and international subcontractors.
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, including new hires, terminations, wage adjustments, bonuses, commissions, and other payroll changes.
• Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.
• Reconcile employee benefit accounts, including health insurance, 401(k), FSA, HSA, and other employee deductions and employer contributions.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, including payroll accruals and account reconciliations.
• Provide clerical assistance to Controller, HR, and Leadership.?

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive salary of $75,000
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision?
• Company-sponsored 401k plan with a 4% match?
• 10 paid company holidays?
• Generous paid vacation policy?

To qualify for this role, some of the considerations are:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of payroll processing experience, including multi-state payroll administration.
• Strong understanding of federal and state payroll laws, wage and hour regulations, payroll taxation, and compliance requirements.
• Experience utilizing systems such as Paylocity and QuickBooks preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Suite required.

To be successful in this role, you must be:

• Highly detail oriented and focused on accuracy with exceptional organization and follow-up skills.
• Motivated, accountable, and self-directed who can take ownership of tasks and processes.
• Able to quickly learn, understand, and expand complex processes and concepts.
• Able to use judgment and decision-making skills to evaluate situations, establish priorities, and resolve matters.
• Able to think strategically and critically.
• Able to handle a high volume of tasks and deliverables.
• Ability to work in office 4 days a week.

Cre8tive Technology & Design is an equal opportunity employer.? All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or a qualified individual with a disability.