Payroll Specialist

Hope The Mission•Los Angeles, CA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The mission of Hope the Mission (HTM) is to prevent, reduce, and eliminate poverty, hunger, and homelessness by offering immediate assistance and long-term solutions such as building tiny home communities around the Los Angeles area. At Hope the Mission, our employees are our most valued asset and we are passionate about retaining, developing, and recruiting the best talent available. Building organizational capability and talent is a priority for Hope of the Valley. Providing opportunities for individuals to learn and grow in their careers is essential to mastering current responsibilities and preparing for growth and changes in the work environment. We are currently seeking a Payroll Specialist to work in a dynamic, growing, fast-paced non-profit Organization and leading provider of homeless services in the SFV and Antelope Valley. Our Payroll Specialist is responsible for the timely and accurate processing of Hope the Mission payroll processes.

Requirements

3-5 years experience in processing payroll.
Knowledge of labor and payroll laws.
Proficient computer skills, including Excel.
Typing a Min. of 65 WPM
Must have impeccable, error-free data entry skills.
Expert-level attention to detail
Able to anticipate department needs
Able to maintain department productivity with minimal oversight
Excellent communication and follow-through skills
Display integrity and ethics in handling confidential information
Consistently offer professional, friendly, and engaging service
Good judgment and ability to work well with others as a team and follow instructions
Understands and supports the mission and vision of Hope the Mission
Ability to deal with confidential information.
Must be able to work under pressure and with strict deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
MAC proficiency required.
Proficient with database applications.
Excellent time management skills.
Must possess the ability to meet deadlines and work with attention to detail.
Must possess excellent problem-solving skills.
Ability to interact with others professionally.
A criminal background check is required.
A Valid CA driver's license is required.

Nice To Haves

ADP Workforce Now experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage multiple parts of the bi-weekly payroll processing for the company and ensure that each is delivered in a timely manner.
Monitor the timeliness and accuracy of data submitted for payroll processing, such as timecards and adjustments.
Ensure all hours employees work are properly accounted for and any vacation or sick time is tracked and put into the payroll system accurately.
Update payroll records by entering accurate changes in tax exemptions, insurance coverages, savings, 401K deductions, garnishments, job titles, and department/division/organization transfers and status changes.
Process final paychecks at employment resignation or termination.
Respond to employee payroll questions in a timely manner.
Facilitate the resolution of paycheck errors at the discretion of the CFO.
Maintain personnel and system records, while ensuring confidentiality.
Must maintain strong attention to detail to ensure data is entered into the system error-free.
Keep accurate employee records and computer records updated with current employee information, i.e. accurate rates, W4 status, benefits statuses, addresses or telephone numbers, etc.
Complete employment verification and return to specific agencies.