Payroll Analyst
<p>Robert Half is seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Payroll Analyst to join a reputable client in the nonprofit industry. This is a fantastic opportunity for a payroll professional who is passionate about accuracy, compliance, and supporting an organization that is making a meaningful difference in the community. The ideal candidate will be experienced in payroll processing, analysis, and compliance, with a deep understanding of nonprofit accounting practices.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Collect, review, and process employee timecards and execute accurate bi-weekly or monthly payrolls in accordance with organization policies.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations, wage laws, and reporting requirements, especially for nonprofit organizations.</li><li>Reconcile payroll accounts and general ledger entries to ensure the accuracy of payroll data </li><li>Review, validate, and update employee information, including deductions, benefits, and accruals.</li><li>Prepare, file, and issue payroll, income tax, and benefits statements (e.g., W-2s, 1099s) in compliance with deadlines.</li><li>Manage and ensure compliance with nonprofit-specific requirements, such as tax exemption reporting and grants-related payroll coding.</li><li>Support audits by providing payroll-related documentation and helping resolve any identified inconsistencies.</li><li>Collaborate with the finance team to provide payroll cost analysis, budgeting, and reporting.</li><li>Address employee inquiries, educate staff about payroll policies, and resolve discrepancies efficiently.</li><li>Stay informed of current payroll best practices, industry regulations, and labor law updates relevant to the nonprofit sector.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or comparable experience.</li><li>Minimum of 3-5 years of payroll processing experience, preferable within the nonprofit sector.</li><li>Proficiency in payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Ceridian, Paylocity, or Workday).</li><li>Strong knowledge of payroll compliance, tax regulations, and nonprofit-specific financial policies.</li><li>Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot tables).</li><li>Attention to detail and strong organizational skills to ensure accuracy and meet deadlines.</li><li>Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to educate and assist employees regarding payroll inquiries.</li><li>Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification is a plus.</li></ul>
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- San Diego, CA
- onsite
- Temporary
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28.50 - 32.00 USD / Hourly
- <p>Robert Half is seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Payroll Analyst to join a reputable client in the nonprofit industry. This is a fantastic opportunity for a payroll professional who is passionate about accuracy, compliance, and supporting an organization that is making a meaningful difference in the community. The ideal candidate will be experienced in payroll processing, analysis, and compliance, with a deep understanding of nonprofit accounting practices.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Collect, review, and process employee timecards and execute accurate bi-weekly or monthly payrolls in accordance with organization policies.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations, wage laws, and reporting requirements, especially for nonprofit organizations.</li><li>Reconcile payroll accounts and general ledger entries to ensure the accuracy of payroll data </li><li>Review, validate, and update employee information, including deductions, benefits, and accruals.</li><li>Prepare, file, and issue payroll, income tax, and benefits statements (e.g., W-2s, 1099s) in compliance with deadlines.</li><li>Manage and ensure compliance with nonprofit-specific requirements, such as tax exemption reporting and grants-related payroll coding.</li><li>Support audits by providing payroll-related documentation and helping resolve any identified inconsistencies.</li><li>Collaborate with the finance team to provide payroll cost analysis, budgeting, and reporting.</li><li>Address employee inquiries, educate staff about payroll policies, and resolve discrepancies efficiently.</li><li>Stay informed of current payroll best practices, industry regulations, and labor law updates relevant to the nonprofit sector.</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2025-11-06T00:03:48Z