Payroll Clerk

Child Development Associates • Chula Vista, CA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Payroll Clerk provides a wide variety of general clerical and administrative duties to support the processing of payroll, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• 1-3 years of experience with payroll processing and reports
• Prior detail-oriented experience in which prioritization and organization skills were necessary
• Experience working with deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, to include Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook
• Proficient with data entry, spreadsheet and word processing programs
• Ability to use various computer applications proficiently on a daily basis to review schedules, update, track, and research status or criteria, and/or produce reports
• Knowledge of clerical accounting methods, forms, and techniques
• Knowledge of office practices and procedures related to processing and recording accounting and bookkeeping transactions
• Ability to use copy, scanners, and postal meters in a safe and efficient manner
• Ability to initiate prompt and professional responses to co-workers, and other individuals
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow privacy laws, rules and regulations and procedures in regards to record keeping, using appropriate judgment in answering questions, releasing information considering the consequences of disclosure

Responsibilities

• Assist in processing bi-weekly payroll for CDA employees, including the processing of garnishments, levies, and deductions.
• Verify employee timesheets, hours worked, and leave requests; assist in the resolution of discrepancies with supervisors and staff.
• Prepare payroll-related reports, including wage summaries, tax filings, and benefit deductions.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure payroll changes (e.g., promotions, pay adjustments, benefits) are accurately reflected.
• Respond promptly and professionally to employee inquiries regarding payroll and deductions.
• Assist with audits and maintain secure payroll files and documentation.
• Support annual W-2 distribution and related tax reporting.
• May perform various other duties and/or projects, as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Ongoing Training and Staff Development opportunities
• Flexible Spending Account
• Legal Service Plans Available
• Paid Holidays
• Sick Pay
• Vacation Time
• Additional Vacation Days – Earn up to 5 bonus days after 3 years, and up to 15 bonus days after 10 years.
• Long-Term Disability
• Group and Voluntary Life Insurance Plan
• Annual Employer Contribution Plan
• Employee 401(k) Contribution
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level