Payroll/HR - H

PACS•San Diego, CA

7d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this job position is to ensure accurate entry of all payroll-related data and timely processing of the company’s multi-state and multiple payrolls. The payroll specialist will provide general payroll information, reports, and support to ancillary departments. This role involves managing workflow to ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely, and also includes accounts payable functions such as reviewing invoices, processing expense reports, and performing check runs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Knowledge in clerical functions.
Computer literacy.
Knowledge of office machines and equipment.
Strong verbal communication skills.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree or Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university in Accounting or Business-related field of study.

Responsibilities

Process and monitor garnishment orders and other issues that impact payroll.
Update payroll records by reviewing and entering changes in exemptions, insurance coverage, direct deposit, job titles, and department/division transfers.
Pay employees by directing the production and issuance of paychecks or electronic transfers to bank accounts.
Prepare reports by compiling data of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability, and nontaxable wages.
Process off-cycle checks.
Prepare and process termination checks using appropriate state compliance guidelines.
Enter, update, and monitor sick and vacation accruals.
Process and complete verifications of employment.
Prepare payroll allocation report for the finance team.
Audit and balance payroll prior to transmission to payroll vendor.
Research and resolve payroll discrepancies.
Respond to payroll questions and requests for information.
Maintain data privacy and employee confidentiality.
Contribute to team success by achieving specified metrics and team goals.
Review and verify invoices and check requests – ensure proper coding.
Enter and upload invoices into the system.
Process expense reports.
Prepare and perform check runs.
Post transactions to journals, ledgers, and other records.
Monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date.
Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies.
Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices.
Correspond with vendors and respond to inquiries.
Produce AP reports as requested.
Assist with month-end closing.
Provide supporting documentation for audits.
Provide corporate support to assigned facilities.
Identify and implement process improvements and efficiency.