We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to join our team in Palos Verdes Estates, California. This contract-to-permanent position offers a unique opportunity to manage payroll processes for a local government organization with a mix of union and non-union employees. The role involves working part-time, 20 hours a week, with a schedule of four hours per day from Monday through Thursday. Responsibilities: • Process payroll for approximately 50 employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations. • Handle full-cycle payroll tasks, including entering and verifying employee timesheets. • Manage manual payroll entries, specifically for overtime sheets from the police department. • Address payroll-related inquiries and provide exceptional support to employees. • Ensure garnishments and other deductions are applied accurately and on time. • Maintain and update payroll records in the Central Square Finance Plus system. • Collaborate with HR and other departments to ensure seamless payroll operations. • Monitor and ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal payroll laws. • Assist in preparing payroll reports and summaries for management review.

• At least 1 year of experience in payroll processing, preferably in organizations with 101-500 employees. • Proficiency in full-cycle payroll management, including handling garnishments. • Familiarity with Central Square Finance Plus or similar payroll systems is a plus. • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in managing employee records and calculations. • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a part-time capacity. • Knowledge of payroll compliance regulations at the local, state, and federal levels. • Excellent organizational and communication skills to support employee needs effectively.

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Palos Verdes Estates, CA
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
25.00 - 35.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to join our team in Palos Verdes Estates, California. This contract-to-permanent position offers a unique opportunity to manage payroll processes for a local government organization with a mix of union and non-union employees. The role involves working part-time, 20 hours a week, with a schedule of four hours per day from Monday through Thursday. Responsibilities: • Process payroll for approximately 50 employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations. • Handle full-cycle payroll tasks, including entering and verifying employee timesheets. • Manage manual payroll entries, specifically for overtime sheets from the police department. • Address payroll-related inquiries and provide exceptional support to employees. • Ensure garnishments and other deductions are applied accurately and on time. • Maintain and update payroll records in the Central Square Finance Plus system. • Collaborate with HR and other departments to ensure seamless payroll operations. • Monitor and ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal payroll laws. • Assist in preparing payroll reports and summaries for management review.
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