Payroll Accountant

Payroll Accountant

Sacramento, CA

$70,000 - $75,000/yr

Do you have at least three years of payroll experience with ADP Workforce Now? Are you looking to join a great team to support with payroll and accounting? We are looking for a payroll specialist for a Direct Hire role in Sacramento, CA. The ideal candidate will have experience processing payroll in ADP Workforce Now, have non-profit or multi-entity industry experience, and be able to thrive in a fast-aced environment.

• Process bi-weekly payroll for multiple nonprofit entities, including employee earnings, deductions, benefits, garnishments, and tax with holdings.

• Review timesheets, leave balances, and payroll changes to ensure accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

• Prepare payroll reports, reconcile payroll-related accounts, and coordinate payroll tax filings and year-end reporting, including W-2s.

• Prepare monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and assist with month-end and year-end close activities.

• Reconcile bank and investment accounts and support the preparation of financial statements and management reports.

• Review accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, assist with grant reporting, and prepare required tax and regulatory filings while maintaining audit-ready documentation.

• 3+ years of payroll and accounting experience, preferably within a nonprofit or multi-entity organization.

• Experience processing payroll using ADP Workforce Now required.

• Strong understanding of payroll regulations, payroll tax reporting, and accounting principles.

• Experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, financial reporting, and month-end close processes.

• Knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software systems.

• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to handle confidential employee and financial information.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $75,000.00 per year

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