Payroll Administrator Consultant

Optima Office•San Diego, CA

16h•$55 - $60•Hybrid

About The Position

Optima Office is a female-owned company providing Outsourced Accounting, Fractional CFO and COO services, and Human Resources Support to over 300 companies across the United States, with a focus on the West Coast. We are a fast-growing company recognized for our rapid expansion and positive work environment, having been voted a Best Place to Work by multiple publications since 2020. Our vision is to achieve the highest client and employee retention in the industry, guided by the motto "Happy Staff = Happy Clients." We emphasize work-life balance and offer a flexible environment, with over half of our 100 employees being working parents who value flexibility and family time. As a Payroll Consultant, you will be essential to our clients' success, working with growing businesses that value consultative professionals with a growth mindset. You will have the opportunity to make an impact on their business, supported by a knowledgeable and experienced Optima team. You will be matched with clients that fit your profile and coordinate your hours, working remotely or onsite, with your supervisor and client. Every decision is made to optimize benefits for both you and the client.

Requirements

5+ years of experience processing payroll for larger companies of 30+ employees preferred.
5+ years of experience with multiple platforms such as ADP, Paychex, Rippling, Paylocity & QuickBooks is a plus.
Solid understanding of payroll taxes, labor laws, out of state payroll implications.
Expert knowledge of CA and Federal wage and hour and pay regulations.
Prior work experience with the implementation of payroll systems.
Experience managing benefit deductions 401(k), FSA through payroll.
Experience setting up payroll in payroll platforms (earnings, accruals, deductions, taxation, departments).
Experience with payroll tax return amendments.
Advanced Excel skills and tech savvy.
Strong personnel management collaboration, communication, time management and organizational skills.
Proven ability to multi-task and manage projects on strict deadlines.
Highly organized.
Loves the challenge of learning new skills and payroll systems.
Dedicated to continuous learning, loves to stay up to date on payroll compliance.
Enjoys a fast paced work environment and multi tasking.
Excellent customer service skills required.
Possess high degree of discretion, integrity, professionalism, and accountability.
Strong ability to work well with others in a collaborative, respectful manner.
Consistent, punctual, and regular attendance.
Professional image and demeanor.

Nice To Haves

Payroll Certification a Plus (CPP)
ACA reporting experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Process full cycle weekly, bi-weekly, and semi-monthly payroll.
Implement best practices for new hires, terminations, benefits, benefit billing, LOAs, 401K, loans, and benefits.
Onboard new hires, assist in new hire paperwork, verify new hire documentation and paperwork, and process all terminations.
Maintain vacation/sick accruals, print checks, submit HAS contributions, process VOE's, maintain EDD correspondence, and reconcile benefit billing.