Payroll Specialist/accounting Clerk - Palo Alto, United States - AchieveKids

AchieveKids

Verified Company

Palo Alto, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Payroll Specialist - Accounting Clerk
Job Announcement

AchieveKids is committed to supporting high quality, inclusive practices in our schools and programs.

The diversity of our workforce and Board of Directors is essential and we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging throughout our company to ensure a wide range of experiences, perspectives, and skills to drive innovation and creativity, enhance decision-making, and provide better solutions.

LOCATIONS
Palo Alto Campus: 3860 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA Headquarters)

San Jose Campus: 1212 McGinness Avenue, San Jose, CA 95127

DESCRIPTION
The Payroll Specialist - Accounting Clerk is a full-time position, and reports to the Director of Finance. This is a confidential non-union position.

You will facilitate and perform the basic functions of the AchieveKids payroll process, including time clock management/correction, integration of time off, and assisting in payroll resolutions.

In addition, this position will assist in weekly and monthly accounting operations. This position must be available to work at both AchieveKids campuses.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Process payroll biweekly
Maintain, monitor, and manage ADP time clock
Coordinate with staff and supervisors on time clock corrections
Collaborate with Human Resources in payroll problem resolution
Track billing and collection, including Accounts Receivables and Accounts Payable
Assist in preparation of various contracts: master contract, Individual Service Agreements (ISA), or others
Assist fullcharge bookkeeper at fiscal yearend, including contact preparation, yearend filing and financial audit preparation
1099 misc. preparation

QUALIFICATIONS

Associates degree preferred, or equivalent experience
57 years of experience in accounting and 35 years of payroll experience
Experience with QuickBooks, ADP, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word
Ability to plan ahead, multitask, prioritize, meet deadlines, and work independently
Maintain a high degree of confidentiality to all information and strictly adhere to the confidentiality policy
Effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to function as part of an interdisciplinary team
Criminal record background clearance

BENEFITS

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plan options
Retirement plan with company match
Tuition and professional development assistance
Health care, dependent care, and transportation flexible spending accounts
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
A positive, strengthbased learning environment

**PAY RANGE