We are looking for an experienced Payroll Accountant to join our team in Commerce, California. This long-term contract position requires a detail-oriented individual who is skilled in handling payroll processes, maintaining employee records, and ensuring the accuracy of financial documentation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payroll systems and demonstrate exceptional organizational abilities. Responsibilities: • Process weekly payroll for union-based employees, including handling benefits and ensuring compliance. • Utilize Paycom to efficiently manage payroll operations, including auditing timecards and resolving clock-in/out discrepancies. • Organize and maintain confidential employee files, ensuring proper filing and scanning procedures. • Support administrative tasks related to file reorganization and system updates. • Collaborate with the Controller to ensure alignment on accounts payable and reimbursement processes. • Conduct reviews to ensure payroll aligns with scheduling calendars and union requirements. • Address employee payroll inquiries with professionalism and accuracy. • Maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive employee information. • Ensure compliance with payroll tax reporting and multi-state payroll requirements. • Provide assistance in special projects as needed to support the HR team.

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in full-cycle payroll processing. • Proficiency in Paycom is required; familiarity with additional payroll systems is a plus. • Strong understanding of payroll tax reporting and multi-state payroll regulations. • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage confidential files. • Demonstrated ability to work independently and accurately under tight deadlines. • Trustworthy and reliable when handling sensitive employee information. • Effective communication skills to address payroll-related inquiries. • Experience with union-based payroll processes is highly preferred.

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Commerce, CA
onsite
Temporary
26.60 - 30.80 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Accountant to join our team in Commerce, California. This long-term contract position requires a detail-oriented individual who is skilled in handling payroll processes, maintaining employee records, and ensuring the accuracy of financial documentation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payroll systems and demonstrate exceptional organizational abilities. Responsibilities: • Process weekly payroll for union-based employees, including handling benefits and ensuring compliance. • Utilize Paycom to efficiently manage payroll operations, including auditing timecards and resolving clock-in/out discrepancies. • Organize and maintain confidential employee files, ensuring proper filing and scanning procedures. • Support administrative tasks related to file reorganization and system updates. • Collaborate with the Controller to ensure alignment on accounts payable and reimbursement processes. • Conduct reviews to ensure payroll aligns with scheduling calendars and union requirements. • Address employee payroll inquiries with professionalism and accuracy. • Maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive employee information. • Ensure compliance with payroll tax reporting and multi-state payroll requirements. • Provide assistance in special projects as needed to support the HR team.
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