Finance - Payroll AccountantCrystal Stairs, Inc. Improving the Lives of Families through Child Care Services, Research, and AdvocacyCrystal Stairs is committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce and culture. As part of this commitment, Crystal Stairs does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of activities or operations.Payroll Accountant100% Onsite - Location: Los Angeles, CA 90056What We're Looking For:We are seeking a Payroll Accountant who will be responsible for assisting with the processing of the agency's payroll on a semi-monthly basis timely and accurately.
The ideal candidate will have the following responsibilities:Act as backup person to process semi-monthly payroll for 350+ employeesReview payroll transactions and timecards in ezlaborPerform manual paycheck and accruals calculations. Issues payroll reversals. Prepare stop payment & update payroll systemResponsible for system maintenance for ADP WorkForce Now and ezLaborMaintain and process employee garnishmentApplication of labor law including wage and hour compliance; monitor meal penalties for trendsIdentifies and resolves variety of payroll issues and payroll related discrepanciesPrepare all payroll related journal entries and schedulesPrepare report and spreadsheets using ADP report and Excel for budget process and as requiredReview activity timecards to ensure compliance of our funders's terms and conditionsReconcile payroll GL accountManage and reconcile on leave employee benefit premium paymentReconciles sick and vacation accrual balancePrepare quarterly census reportAssist with completing EDD forms and other requests for employee pay information when neededMaintain employee payroll fileTrain supervisors on ezlabor and payroll policiesAssist with updating corporate payroll proceduresInteract with HR to coordinate any employee related issues that impact payrollAct as Liaison between internal & external clients regarding payroll transactionsOther duties as assignedExperience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities You Should Possess:B.A.
or B. S. degree from an accredited four-year university.
Relevant work experience may be substituted for college level education. Accounting classes a plus.Minimum of five years experience in payroll processing with ADP; experience with electronic timekeeping system and Payroll Report Writing a plus.Minimum of one year of Accounting experienceMust have solid knowledge of payroll regulations, taxes and garnishment laws; intermediate computer skills in Excel required; ADP WorkForce Now system a must and ADP ezlabor and Report Writing preferredGeneral understanding of general ledger and financial accounting a plus.Requires considerable accuracy and attention to detail, strong multi-tasking and organization skillsMust have good customer service and communication skills; must be able to meet tight deadlines and juggle prioritiesMust be able to work independently and in team environment.Ability to identify and analyze problem situations and develop an effective course of action for resolution.Total Package of BenefitsMedical/ Dental/ Vision - 95% paid by employerPet InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramVoluntary Life and AD&D for Employee, Spouse and Children401k Matching OptionsFlex Spending (Health Care and Dependent Care)Mutual of Omaha (STD, Accident, & Critical Illness)Generous Sick and Vacation TimePaid Holidays + Paid Winter Break from 12/24 - 1/1 (for select positions)Opportunity for Growth and DevelopmentRobust Learning Management System offering the following continuing education units: PDC, HRCI, CEU, CPE, PDU, SHRMQualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.Crystal Stairs is committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce and culture. As part of this commitment, Crystal Stairs provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, medical condition as defined by state law, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identification, ethnic group identification, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other legally protected status.