Fast-growing accounting, tax, and business consulting firm in the Bay Area is looking for a Senior Payroll Associate to provide payroll services for their clients. This is currently a part-time, remote position, with the opportunity for full-time.

Responsibilities include:

Processing of payroll for multiple clients according to their monthly, semi-monthly, or bi-weekly calendar, in multi-state environments.
Prepare state and federal payroll tax returns and respond to client payroll tax notices.
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements, including payroll tax reporting and remittance, UI benefits audits, workers’ compensation reporting, and payroll garnishments.
On-board new payroll clients, including setting up payroll provider platform and opening state withholding accounts.
Close clients’ state withholding accounts as necessary to ensure proper payroll reporting.
Collaborate with HR and accounting teams to resolve payroll discrepancies and address employee inquiries related to compensation and benefits.
Assist with payroll-related audits by external agencies and provide documentation and support as required.
Process contributions to client retirement accounts.
Work with multiple timekeeping and payroll service providers to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local legal and tax requirements.

Required Skills/Abilities:

3+ years of payroll processing experience across multiple payroll platforms, including Paychex, Gusto, and QuickBooks
Strong knowledge of payroll tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements at the federal, state, and local levels.
Strong Excel skills and proficiency in other Microsoft Office applications.
Exceptional attention to detail; superior organization skills and keen focus on process.
Strong analytical skills, problem solver, and appreciation for consistency and accuracy.
Self-starter who adapts well to change in a fast-paced, dynamic workplace.
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Experience:

Payroll: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: Remote

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Senior Associate, Payroll Compliance