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Payroll Accountant
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Accountant to join our team in Commerce, California. This is a long-term contract position ideal for professionals skilled in managing payroll processes, ensuring compliance, and maintaining confidentiality. The role involves handling weekly payroll and supporting organizational tasks, all while contributing to the smooth operation of a union-based payroll system.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process weekly union-based payroll, including benefits, using Paycom software.<br>• Audit employee timecards for accuracy and address clock-in/out discrepancies.<br>• Ensure payroll aligns with organizational calendars and union agreements.<br>• Organize and maintain confidential employee files, ensuring proper documentation and scanning.<br>• Provide support for reorganization and file management tasks as needed.<br>• Collaborate with the Controller on payroll-related matters and ensure seamless operations.<br>• Manage payroll tax reporting and compliance across multiple states.<br>• Independently handle full-cycle payroll processes with accuracy and timeliness.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in payroll accounting or a related field.<br>• Proficiency in Paycom software; experience with ADP Workforce Now is a plus.<br>• Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll processes and payroll tax reporting.<br>• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information.<br>• Excellent organizational skills, particularly in file management and system updates.<br>• Familiarity with union-based payroll systems is highly desirable.<br>• Proven ability to work independently and meet deadlines.<br>• Detail-oriented with exceptional auditing and problem-solving skills.
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  • Commerce, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 23.75 - 27.50 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Payroll Accountant to join our team in Commerce, California. This is a long-term contract position ideal for professionals skilled in managing payroll processes, ensuring compliance, and maintaining confidentiality. The role involves handling weekly payroll and supporting organizational tasks, all while contributing to the smooth operation of a union-based payroll system.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process weekly union-based payroll, including benefits, using Paycom software.<br>• Audit employee timecards for accuracy and address clock-in/out discrepancies.<br>• Ensure payroll aligns with organizational calendars and union agreements.<br>• Organize and maintain confidential employee files, ensuring proper documentation and scanning.<br>• Provide support for reorganization and file management tasks as needed.<br>• Collaborate with the Controller on payroll-related matters and ensure seamless operations.<br>• Manage payroll tax reporting and compliance across multiple states.<br>• Independently handle full-cycle payroll processes with accuracy and timeliness.
  • 2025-09-03T00:04:30Z

Payroll Accountant Job in Commerce | Robert Half