Senior Accounting & Payroll Manager — CA Payroll Expert

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ProGuard Security Services, Inc. in San Francisco, CA is seeking an experienced Senior Accounting & Payroll Manager to oversee daily accounting operations, financial reporting, and weekly payroll for about 900 employees.

The ideal candidate will have deep technical accounting skills, extensive California payroll experience, and the ability to independently manage month-end close, financial statements, and payroll processing in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong experience managing payroll for a large, multi-location workforce.
• Demonstrated experience independently preparing financial statements and managing month-end closing.
• Thorough understanding of general ledger accounting, accruals, and financial reconciliations.
• Strong knowledge of California payroll regulations and wage and hour requirements.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations and maintain the general ledger.
• Independently manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Monitor financial transactions and ensure accurate recording and reporting.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis.
• Support financial audits, insurance audits, and tax compliance.
• Prepare financial schedules and management reports for CFO review.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls.

Skills

Technical accounting

California payroll

Payroll management

General ledger

Month-end close

Excel advanced

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ADP

QuickBooks

Belfry

Job description

ProGuard Security Services, Inc. in San Francisco, CA is seeking an experienced Senior Accounting & Payroll Manager to oversee daily accounting operations, financial reporting, and weekly payroll for about 900 employees.

The ideal candidate will have deep technical accounting skills, extensive California payroll experience, and the ability to independently manage month-end close, financial statements, and payroll processing in a fast-paced environment.