Payroll Clerk

Transdev; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical vision dental coverage

401(k) savings plan

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick time

Job summary

Transdev in Lancaster, CA is seeking a Payroll Administrator to ensure timely and accurate processing of hourly and salaried staff, multi-state payroll, and related records. You will work with ADP EV5 and ADP eTime, maintain employee data, and prepare reports.

The role offers full-time, year-round work with comprehensive benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a supportive team in a company with nationwide payroll responsibilities.

Qualifications

• ADP EV5 and eTime experience with multi-state payroll processing.
• Strong data entry accuracy and reporting abilities.
• Experience with union payroll and benefits is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Handle overall administration of payroll using ADP EV5 and eTime.
• Prepare and process weekly and biweekly multi-state payrolls.
• Maintain employee records and ensure accurate data changes.
• Produce payroll reports and respond to employee questions.
• Coordinate with HR, finance, and other departments to ensure data flow.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal/state/local regulations.

Skills

ADP EV5

ADP eTime

Multi-Company payroll

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Access

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Union payroll

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

CPP/FPC certification preferred

Job description

About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video at https://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ

OVERVIEW:

Responsible for the timely and accurate filing of payroll for hourly and salaried staff and related record keeping and accounting activities under general supervision.

What We Offer:

• Pay Range: $21.00/hr. - $24/hr. per hour

• Consistent full-time, year-round work.

• An excellent benefits package including medical, vision, and dental coverage, and 401(k) savings plan.

• Paid holidays, vacation, & sick time.

• Ongoing company training on state-of-the-art online system.

• Opportunities for career advancement nationwide.

• A great work environment!

DUTIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Performs duties associated with the overall administration of the payroll function utilizing ADP EV5 payroll system and ADP eTime

• Responsible for the preparation and processing of multiple multi-state union and non-union weekly & biweekly payroll processing from start to finish

• Establish/maintain the accuracy of employee records by both manual data entry and auditing the database for all employee record changes including, but not limited to: status changes, pay rate changes, address changes, new hires, terminations, tax withholdings and direct deposit information

• Review changes for proper authorization and adherence to APA policy including compliance with federal/state/local regulations

• Assists with calculating employees’ hours from timecards and timekeeping systems; ensures that all employees are paid on time and accurately

• Special Check Requests, including Retro Pay, Commissions, Bonuses, Lay-off / Termination, Union Settlements and other situations, as applicable.

• Responsible for the coordination efforts between payroll, human resources, finance and other departments to ensure proper flow and maintenance of employee data (including preparation/distribution of detailed reports, e.g. labor" home" work, overtime, leave balances, head count, and retirement contribution reports).

• Excellent interpersonal skills, specifically in relating well to diverse groups

• Prepare payroll related reports as needed;

• Prepare Union reports and payment requests.

• Troubleshoots payroll issues; verifies the accuracy of figures and computations

• Responds to employee questions regarding all types of payroll questions

• Maintains confidentiality of all information

• Responsible for opening corporate mail daily and taking the appropriate actions to handle or route as necessary

• Assist other departments as needed.

• Other duties as required

Other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education, Licensing, and Certifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent, such as GED, required.

Education Preferred: Business school or certificate from the American Payroll Association in Fundamentals of Payroll (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred

Experience

Field and years of experience required: 3-5 years of relevant payroll experience,

Experience preferred: Experience in a transit environment preferred

Skills and Knowledge Required

• ADP EV5 & ADP eTime

• Multi-Company payroll experience

• Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Access

• Ability to read, understand, and interpret instructions, policies, and procedures

• Good written and oral communication skills

• Ability to organize and perform work efficiently; strong attention to details

• Strong math skills

• Experience with Union payroll & benefits

Travel requirement outside of immediate area (as a percent) <5%

Pre-Employment Requirements

Drug testing and background check

Testing related to job requirements

Physical Requirements

Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.

100% of work is accomplished indoors and in air conditioned or well-ventilated facilities

Work is accomplished in an office or in a cubicle space equipped with a telephone and computer.

The employee is generally subjected to long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed, including early mornings and weekends.
• 85% of work is accomplished indoors and in air conditioned or well-ventilated facilities.
• Work is accomplished in an office or in a cubicle space equipped with a telephone and computer.
• The employee may be subjected to long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen.
• Employee will periodically need to travel locally to other properties for the purposes of onboarding, paperwork completion, or to conduct investigations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to manipulate, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel crouch or crawl; and smell. The employee is occasionally required to lift up 25 pounds.

California applicants: Please review here: https://transdevna.com/california-employee-privacy-policy for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace:

Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants must:

• Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at http://www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video.