Payroll Specialist
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Job Location:
Oakland, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 65 - 75
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
PAYROLL SPECIALIST
Full Time In-Person Oakland CA
Mission:
Safe Passages disrupts the cycle of poverty by engaging youth and families to build and drive a continuum of services that supports student success and community development.
Safe Passages is a non-profit organization committed to disrupting the cycle of poverty by supporting our local community. We serve over 5000 children and families annually through strategies that span the life spectrum from birth through young adulthood including Early Childhood School Linked Services Juvenile Justice and Career Pathways. Safe Passages work is grounded in the belief that access to educational opportunity health services and family support should not be dictated by race or socio-economic status and that healthy and supported youth are better prepared to learn and succeed.
Position Summary:
The Payroll Specialist plays a key roleinour Fiscal Team ensuringaccurateandtimelypayrollmaintainingrecords resolving discrepancies and supporting audits. Collaborating with HR and Finance this role handles employee status changes benefits deductions and tax filings while ensuring compliance with all payroll regulations. This position offers hands-on experience in payroll and finance within a mission-driven organization providing opportunities for professional growth skill development and making a meaningful impact on the well-being of our employees.
Why Safe Passages:
At Safe Passages youre not just joining a workplace; youre joining a community. Our team is deeply committed to equity collaboration and meaningful impact. Youll work alongside passionate professionals who care about the work as much as they care about one another. Here your expertise contributes directly to creating safer healthier and more equitable opportunities for children youth and families across Oakland.
Essential Functions:
Duties may include but are not limited to:
Process weekly semi-monthly and off-cycle payrolls for all Safe Passages employeesaccurately and on time
Maintainaccurate up-to-date payroll records and ensure all data is properly coded for processing
Maintain compliance with all payrolls wage and hour regulations at the federal state and local levels
Collaborate with HR to process employee status changes including new hires terminations promotions and leave of absences
Enter and verify timekeeping records ensuringaccuratehours worked PTO and holiday pay
Processwagegarnishmentsbenefitdeductions retirement contributions and otherrequiredwithholdings
Assistwith payroll tax filings and stay updated on tax regulation changes
Support payroll auditsmaintainaudit-readydocumentationandreview payroll correspondenceto resolve notices with theFiscal Team
Assist the Controller and Finance director in implementing payroll policies and procedures
Generate reports to identify discrepancies correct errors recover overpayments and maintain accurate financial records
Resolve payroll discrepancies and address time sensitive payroll inquiries from employees staff and AmeriCorps members
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree (or equivalent work experience) in accounting finance business administration or related field
At least5years of experience infull-cyclepayroll processing accounting or finance
Proficiency with payroll software timekeeping systems and Microsoft Excel
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong communicationand interpersonal skills
Excellent customer service availabilities
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Ability to work independently andmaintainconfidentiality
Additional Requirements:
Proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.
Full FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccination
TB test within the last 3 years
For Your Work/Life Balance:
13 paid holidays
1 Floating holiday
Medical dental and vision benefits
Paid time off and sick leave accruals
Employee Assistance Program
Work Schedule:
This position is based on a 40-hour work week. Must be able to work a flexible schedule with some evening and weekend hours as needed especially on days with hard payroll deadlines. Some local travel may be required.
Compensation:
Annual salary of $65K $75K
Safe Passages is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Required Experience:
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