Payroll Clerk

Description We are looking for a dedicated Payroll Clerk to join our team in Orange, California. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll for employees while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and committed to providing exceptional employee support while safeguarding confidentiality.

Responsibilities :

• Process semi-monthly payroll for all employee groups, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Input and review payroll data, including adjustments for additional roles, stipends, and extra compensation.
• Monitor and resolve discrepancies in timekeeping records, leave balances, and missed punches to ensure accurate payroll.
• Oversee compliance with wage and hour laws, including tracking overtime and meal / rest break requirements.
• Maintain payroll schedules, deadlines, and holiday calendars within the payroll system.
• Prepare and deliver physical payroll checks to ensure timely distribution for employees receiving paper checks.
• Collaborate on special projects, such as audits, year-end reporting, and compliance tasks related to housing allowances.
• Update and manage employee payroll data in the payroll system, including deductions, earnings, and benefit allocations.
• Generate payroll reports and maintain accurate documentation for audits and compliance purposes.
• Provide support to employees by addressing payroll-related inquiries and resolving discrepancies in collaboration with the accounting department. Requirements - Proven experience in full-cycle payroll processing for 101-500 employees.
• Proficiency in payroll systems such as Paycom and familiarity with garnishments and legally required deductions.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local labor laws, including overtime and meal / rest break regulations.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills to manage payroll schedules and data accurately.
• Ability to analyze payroll discrepancies and collaborate with supervisors to resolve issues.
• Effective communication skills to provide employee support and address payroll-related inquiries.
• Experience with generating payroll reports and maintaining documentation for audits and compliance.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and ensuring a positive employee experience.

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