Certified Payroll Specialist

Minimum 3 years’ experience in all payroll functions, 3 years’ additional payroll office experience in lieu of associate’s degree. Process Certified Payroll, including weekly report, fringe benefits and training fund contribution to the DIR website.

Busy, local construction company is looking for a Certified Payroll Specialist to add to their team!   This payroll specialist be responsible for managing the entire payroll process.  Below are some of the functions this payroll specialist will perform:

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and process payroll accurately and efficiently for approximately 35 to 40 employees
• Process Certified Payroll, including weekly report, fringe benefits and training fund contribution to the DIR website
• Administration of the employee 401k retirement benefits through Principal along with employees medical, dental and vision benefits
• Complete EDD unemployment requests
• Process employees leave paperwork and requests for time off
• Coordinate between payroll, HR and other departments
• Prepare detail reports, overtime, leave balances, head count and retirement contribution plans
• Verifies and submits temporary employee timesheets to staffing agency

This position is a long-term, full-time position in Bakersfield, CA.  The hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday and Friday hours are 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.  This company offers excellent benefits!

Requirements:

• Associate’s degree in business administration/finance required, accounting degree is preferred
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in all payroll functions, 3 years’ additional payroll office experience in lieu of associate’s degree
• Knowledge of payroll principles and practices
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and eCPR tracker
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and meet all deadlines
• Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail