Payroll Specialist - Downtown Streets Team

San Jose, CA

About the Job

Downtown Streets, Inc (DST) is a nonprofit organization committed to fighting homelessness through the power of work and dignity of community. DST disrupts marginalization and basic needs insecurity by helping our unhoused neighbors chart a way out of homelessness through community building, volunteering opportunities, employment and human-centered case management. Since 2005, DST has expanded across 16 cities in Northern and Central California, serving over 1,500 people annually. DST employees 130+ full-time, benefited employees and 200+ part-time, termed, participant employees.

SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Chief Finance and Administrative Officer, the Payroll Specialist will process semi-monthly payroll, maintain employee time records, and administer benefits.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Enters, maintains, and/or processes information in the payroll system; information may include employees’ hourly rates, salaries, other compensation, time worked, paid leave and holidays, deductions and withholding, address changes, and other information.
Ensures proper processing of payroll deductions for taxes, benefits, and deductions.
Reconciles payroll to the general ledger and monthly bank statements.
Issues, or reissues, physical or replacement checks or direct deposits due to payroll errors or final discharge.
Complete, verify, and process forms and documentation for administration of benefits such as pension plans, and unemployment and medical insurance.
Records and processes federal and state payroll tax deposits and reconciles 941 payroll reports.
Respond to employee questions and concerns related to payroll, taxes, benefits, and time off.
Performs other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Moderate noise associated with an open office work environment.

This is a hybrid position, with a mostly remote schedule optional. Must be able to travel to local offices and staff meetings as scheduled.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum Three (3) years of experience processing payroll required.
Prefer Certified Payroll Professional (CPP).
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and Payroll applications.
Non-profit experience preferred.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Ability to perform job duties with minimal supervision.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Exceptional emotional intelligence.
Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
Local travel required.
Employment background screening required on the first day of employment.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

A chance to positively impact your community on one of the biggest domestic challenges of the day
Competitive nonprofit compensation
Options for fully paid medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage for employees, with FSA and HSA health plans available
Option to enroll in 401k after 90 days, and up to 6% company match, after one year of employment
15 days off PTO, increasing with tenure
Over 10 paid holidays annually
Paid company closure for five days during the summer
Paid company closure for five days between Christmas and New Year
Day off on your birthday
One month paid sabbatical after five years, not charging PTO
Internal growth opportunities
Access to professional development resources and reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY
We thrive as an organization when unique identities, experiences & perspectives are represented. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

WE HOPE YOU WILL CONSIDER JOING US TO MAKE A POSITIVE IMPACT IN OUR COMMUNITY.

Source : Downtown Streets Team