*\*Remote role in these approved states: CA, NV, TX, CO, ID, OR, WA and AZ*
The Senior Payroll Specialist assumes a critical role overseeing all aspects of payroll-related functions for Charter Impact's diverse client base.
In addition to conducting training for client staff and processing new hires, employee changes, and payroll, this position also entails managing payroll tax obligations, vacation/PTO tracking, and meticulous reconciliation of payroll-related accounts.
The Senior Payroll Specialist will also contribute to process enhancement efforts and departmental training and meetings.
This position offers extensive workplace flexibility - candidates have no mandatory in-office time required and are able to work remote living within the Pacific Standard Time Zone or Mountain Standard Time Zone.
*ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:*
* Facilitate seamless communication and collaboration with assigned clients (up to 500 employees), ranging in payroll knowledge, to deliver training on payroll processes and ensure sustained compliance.
* Collect and input approved pay data from clients each pay period, exercising meticulous review of payroll reports for precision before submission.
* Assist clients in calculating final checks and related computations.
* Collaborate with Supervisors on audits and process improvements.
* Timely preparation and submission of retirement reporting and payments, including 403(b)/401(k) and potentially STRS/PERS pension plans.
* Collaborate with Staff Accountants to meticulously reconcile various payroll-related liability accounts before month-end closing, including retirement and insurance accounts.
* Develop, update, and distribute payroll calendars to clients and issue payroll due date reminders.
* Review and input new hire and change documentation for clients, encompassing address alterations, pay adjustments, W-4 modifications, and insurance/retirement deduction updates.
* Conduct in-depth research on STRS website to determine membership type for new client hires.
* Organize and maintain payroll documentation on the internal server.
* Execute post-payroll backup reports for AP checks, including 403b contributions, garnishments, and manual checks.
* Fulfill ad hoc report requests from clients, aggregating audit-related documentation.
* Participate in year-end audit preparation, contributing to audit workpapers related to payroll.
* Develop and sustain standard operating procedures to enhance client efficiency, incorporating cutting-edge industry developments and technology.
*Qualifications*
* A High school diploma and significant related processing experience is required.
* Advanced knowledge of purposes, methods, and practices of financial and accounting and record keeping
* Advanced knowledge of payroll and wage and hour laws
* Proficiency in multiple third-party payroll databases: ADP, Paycor, Paycom, Paychex, UKG.
* Exposure to charter school, nonprofit, or education sector roles.
See the full job description for the Sr.
Payroll Specialist role at https://www.
charterimpact.
com/careers
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.
00 - $36.
00 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Work setting:
* Remote
Application Question(s):
* Do you live in the approved states listed on the job description?
Experience:
* Multi Client Payroll Management: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: Remote
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