Payroll Clerk II

Pacifica Companies is looking for a self-motivated, detail oriented, high energy individual to join our payroll team in an entry level position processing multi-state payrolls.
Overview
This person is required to be accountable for ensuring that deliverables are met and apply leadership skills to improve efficiency and accomplish operational and workflow objectives. This includes contributing, planning, organizing and processing with 100% accuracy to ensure all support functions are processed timely and accurately while all audit requirements are met. Working cross functionally within the department and within the company to drive process improvements and automation while staying up to date on all work groups and payroll guidelines. Must have the ability to work with minimal supervision, hold self-accountable for work, assist with work flow and prioritization to accomplish deadline and support a payroll staff responsible for high volume.
Responsibilities
Audits web based time and attendance systems for compliancy to CA meal time laws; missed punches and general accuracy.
Assists in processing semimonthly web based payrolls for multi companies and multi-state entities.
Interface with employees and managers on payroll related questions in a timely and professional manner.
Requirements
High School Diploma/GED required
College education/degree preferred
Some payroll experience preferred
Payroll knowledge of multi-state taxes
Experience preferred in a web based payroll software
Adaptability and Flexibility- being open to change and accepting of workloads.
Strong verbal and written communication skills needed to interface and establish rapport with all levels of the organization including executive team members and accepts full responsibility for self and contribution to the team.
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
This position requires overtime hours based on operational needs and at times when advance notice is not foreseeable
Why Join Us?
You can make a difference!
Grow your career and do the job you love with people you enjoy working with! We offer competitive benefits and salaries. We offer a competitive starting wage along with a comprehensive employee benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:
Health, Dental, Vision
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
401K
A positive working environment
Opportunity for career advancement
We are a Drug Free Employer
The above statements are intended to be a general description. The omission of a specific duty does not exclude it from the position if work is similar, related or logically assigned. Moreover, the description is subject to change as the needs of the employer or position change.
Pacifica is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and maintaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, and any other status protected by state or federal law. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to make reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Qualified individuals are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Physical setting:
Office
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Overtime
Work Location: In person