Payroll Specialist

4 weeks ago


Los Angeles, United States 4th Sector Solutions Inc. Full time

Position Summary: The Payroll Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll while ensuring compliance with multi-state employment and tax laws.

Reports To: HR Manager

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll for assigned clients which includes but not limited to new hires, terminations, salary changes, benefits, garnishments, taxes and other employee payroll related changes.
  • Collects all supporting documentation needed for payroll processing support which includes signed offer letters, approved timesheets, written approvals, and other documents as necessary.
  • Process off-cycle payrolls as needed after approval from management.
  • Prepares manual checks or direct deposits due to payroll errors or final paychecks in accordance with applicable state and federal laws with permission from management
  • Partners with the Accounting team to ensure payroll reconciles to the general ledger.
  • Reconciles each payroll’s cash requirement amounts and ensures all applicable tax deposits are made accurately.
  • Creates and maintains annual payout reconciliations for all payrolls processed.
  • Reconciles quarterly tax reports for all federal, state, and/or local taxes.
  • Manages multi-state payroll accounts including registrations, tax deposits, and general account maintenance.
  • Creates and maintains late-hire & termination calculation worksheets for clients.
  • Ensures retirement contributions are made timely for applicable clients.
  • Creates payroll calendars for clients as needed.
  • Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports of payroll transactions in an organized fashion.
  • Supports the completion of the client's annual audit by responding promptly to all requests.
  • Partners with HR to ensure client and employee payroll concerns are resolved timely and accurately.
  • Ensures compliance with federal, state and local payroll, wage, and hour laws.
  • Facilitates workers compensation audits as needed.
  • Reconciles and reviews Form W-2 and W-3 for accuracy.
  • Provides best-in-class client service to all parties, internal and external, which includes accuracy of work, and effective communication.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • N/A

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes.
  • Knowledge of federal, state and local payroll, wage, and hour laws.
  • Proficient with payroll software or ability to learn efficiently and effectively
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficient mathematical capabilities.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suites, specifically Excel.
  • Ability to multi-task and work under pressure or deadlines.
  • Strong time-management skills.

Education & Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Two years of experience in payroll processing.
  • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) credentials preferred; if not currently certified, must have the ability to obtain within one year.

Hours & Travel:

  • Occasional travel may be required to meet client needs.

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