We are looking for a skilled Payroll Accountant to join our team in Lakeside, California. This position offers an exciting opportunity to manage payroll processes for government employees and members, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all aspects of payroll accounting. This is a Contract to permanent position, providing the potential for long-term growth within a collaborative and detail-oriented environment. Responsibilities:• Handle full-cycle payroll processes, including preparation, reconciliation, and filing of payroll taxes.• Manage and review employee timecards and timesheets for accuracy and compliance.• Oversee payroll for members, including monthly distributions and bonuses.• Process deductions for home and consumer loans, ensuring correct adjustments are made.• Collaborate with team members to ensure payroll systems run smoothly and address any discrepancies.• Utilize Microsoft Great Plains and Excel to maintain payroll records and generate reports.• Ensure compliance with government regulations and policies.• Assist with training for part-time employees transitioning to permanent positions.• Provide support in grant accounting and general accounting tasks as needed.• Maintain a detail-oriented approach and foster a positive team environment while adapting to diverse personalities.

• Proven experience in payroll accounting, including full-cycle payroll and tax reporting.• Proficiency in Great Plains Accounting and Microsoft Excel.• Familiarity with payroll systems such as Paycom.• Knowledge of government payroll processes is highly desirable.• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks with accuracy.• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team.• Understanding of loan deductions and monthly payroll adjustments.• All candidates are required to undergo screening as required.

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Lakeside, CA
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
33.00 - 39.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Payroll Accountant to join our team in Lakeside, California. This position offers an exciting opportunity to manage payroll processes for government employees and members, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all aspects of payroll accounting. This is a Contract to permanent position, providing the potential for long-term growth within a collaborative and detail-oriented environment. Responsibilities:• Handle full-cycle payroll processes, including preparation, reconciliation, and filing of payroll taxes.• Manage and review employee timecards and timesheets for accuracy and compliance.• Oversee payroll for members, including monthly distributions and bonuses.• Process deductions for home and consumer loans, ensuring correct adjustments are made.• Collaborate with team members to ensure payroll systems run smoothly and address any discrepancies.• Utilize Microsoft Great Plains and Excel to maintain payroll records and generate reports.• Ensure compliance with government regulations and policies.• Assist with training for part-time employees transitioning to permanent positions.• Provide support in grant accounting and general accounting tasks as needed.• Maintain a detail-oriented approach and foster a positive team environment while adapting to diverse personalities.
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