Payroll Specialist - Ledgent Finance & Accounting

Job Summary:
We are seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to manage and oversee all aspects of payroll processing within our organization. The Payroll Specialist will ensure accurate and timely processing of employee payroll, compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and provide support for payroll-related reporting and audits. This role requires strong organizational skills, proficiency with payroll systems, and a thorough understanding of payroll practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and manage the company's payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Review and verify timekeeping records, deductions, and benefits.
• Calculate wages, overtime, bonuses, and other payroll adjustments.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and tax regulations.
• Process garnishments, tax withholdings, and other deductions as required.
• Prepare and distribute paychecks or direct deposit statements.
• Maintain and update employee payroll records in the payroll system.
• Reconcile payroll discrepancies and resolve employee payroll-related inquiries.
• Generate and submit payroll reports for management, accounting, and audits.
• Prepare and file payroll tax returns and year-end reports, including W-2s and 1099s.
• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to ensure seamless payroll and benefits integration.
• Stay updated on changes in payroll regulations and industry best practices.

Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of payroll processing experience.
• Proficiency with payroll software (e.g., ADP, Paychex, or similar) and timekeeping systems.
• Strong knowledge of payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and calculations.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to meet strict deadlines.
• Effective problem-solving and communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.