California Licensed Payroll Accountant

Job Summary

Supporting the accurate and timely processing of semi-monthly U.S. payroll, the full-time California Licensed Payroll Accountant will manage payroll operations, ensure compliance with regulations, and provide employee support in a remote environment.

Key responsibilities

• Process semi-monthly U.S. payroll and assist with international payroll activities to ensure timely and accurate employee payments
• Review payroll inputs for accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and manage compliance activities related to garnishments and payroll taxes
• Prepare payroll journal entries and account reconciliations, while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations

Required qualifications

• 2-5 years of payroll experience, including hands-on processing of multi-state U.S. payroll
• Experience using Workday Payroll
• Payroll accounting experience, including journal entries and month-end close
• Strong understanding of payroll tax regulations and compliance
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion