Payroll Clerk

Alleviate•Irvine, CA

1d•$55,000 - $60,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We’re looking for a detail-driven Payroll Clerk who takes pride in accuracy, organization, and keeping payroll running smoothly behind the scenes 💼📊 This role is essential to ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time — including wages, commissions, bonuses, and reimbursements — while serving as the key connection between our team and our external payroll partner 🤝 If you enjoy working with numbers, protecting confidential information 🔒, and supporting both employees and leadership with reliable payroll operations, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced environment 🚀 About Us: At Alleviate Financial Solutions, we’re transforming lives every day by offering innovative debt relief solutions. As one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry, we are on a mission to help individuals and families regain financial freedom and build a brighter future. Our vision? To become the next-generation financial services company that guides people from debt to WEALTH. Here’s what you’ll enjoy: Opportunities for career growth and advancement. A supportive, mission-driven team passionate about making a difference. Company perks like swag, catered lunches, teambuilding activities, and quarterly events. State-of-the-art amenities, including designer living rooms, wellness spaces, cafes, and a fitness center. A culture of recognition, appreciation, and celebration. Our 30,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Irvine, CA is more than just an office—it’s a second home where collaboration, growth, and innovation thrive. COMPENSATION: $55,000 - $60,000 per year, Annually Salary WHAT MAKES US THE BEST? Energetic, supportive, and collaborative working environment Continuous employee development, coaching, and training Work-life balance WHAT YOU'LL DO: GENERAL SUMMARY: The Payroll Clerk is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of all employee payroll, commissions, bonuses, and expense reimbursements for the company. This role serves as the primary liaison between the company and its external payroll agency, ensuring payroll data, employee changes, and compliance requirements are properly communicated and executed. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: This position requires strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to manage complex pay structures while supporting employees and leadership with accurate payroll reporting and documentation.

Requirements

2+ years of payroll or accounting experience
Experience working with a payroll agency or PEO environment
Demonstrated experience processing commissions and bonus structures
Strong working knowledge of payroll processes, including commissions and incentive-based compensation
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and meet payroll deadlines
Proficient with Excel and payroll systems

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.
Multi-state payroll experience preferred
Payroll certification (CPP or FPC) preferred but not required
Accounting or finance coursework preferred

Responsibilities

Process bi-weekly payroll for all employees, including hourly, salaried, commission, and bonus compensation
Serve as the primary point of contact with the company’s payroll agency regarding payroll processing, taxes, garnishments, and compliance matters
Compile and submit payroll inputs including hours worked, commissions, bonuses, PTO, and deductions
Review payroll registers and reports for accuracy prior to final submission
Administer expense reimbursement processing and documentation
Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and payroll statements
Maintain payroll records and audit documentation in accordance with company policy and legal requirements
Coordinate new hire, termination, compensation, and status changes with payroll agency
Ensure payroll operations comply with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws
Support year-end payroll activities including audits and tax reporting
Generate payroll, labor cost, and compensation reports for leadership as needed
Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll and employee data

Benefits

Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
A supportive, mission-driven team passionate about making a difference.
Company perks like swag, catered lunches, teambuilding activities, and quarterly events.
State-of-the-art amenities, including designer living rooms, wellness spaces, cafes, and a fitness center.
A culture of recognition, appreciation, and celebration.
Health, dental, and vision benefits available after 30 days of employment
Ancillary benefits including legal services, disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and much more!
80 hours of PTO, 40 hours of Sick Pay, and 2 Health & Wellness Days
Paid holidays
401(k) that can be elected from day 1 of employment!
The opportunity to work alongside an incredible group of people who are all driven to help others