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Southland Industries

Payroll Accountant - Temp to Perm

garden grove, CA

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Position Summary

nThis role requires an understanding of payroll processes, tax regulations, and exceptional organizational and time management skills. Will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of the multi-state payroll for our employees.

nPosition Details

nPayroll Processing

nnnAccurately process multi-state and Union weekly payrolls.

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nnHandle off-cycle payrolls and payroll adjustments as needed.

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nnProcess payroll for new hires, terminations, and payroll adjustments.

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nnCalculate and distribute bonuses, commissions, and other special payments as needed.

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nnTrack and deduct garnishments, tax levies, and other special payroll deductions as needed.

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nnAssist with reconciling payroll prior to transmission and validate reports as needed.

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nnConduct regular account reconciliations for assigned area to assure accuracy of records

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nnResearch and resolve payroll discrepancies and irregularities in a timely manner.  Elevate more complex issues for resolution.

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nnPrior experience with processing Union (Collective Bargaining Agreement) payrolls, and Prevailing Wage and Certified payroll reports is a plus.

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n nData Management

nnnMaintain and update employee payroll records.

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nnEnsure accurate entry of working hours and wage calculations.

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nnReview and resolve timecard exceptions and discrepancies.

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n nCompliance and Reporting

nnnFollow appropriate policies and procedures to assure that Southland maintains compliance with all state and federal laws, local payroll regulations, as well as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles

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nnEnsure accurate and timely processing of assigned financial transactions.

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nnEnsure compliance and required reporting per all applicable Union Collective Bargaining agreements.

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nnEnsure compliance with required Prevailing wage and Certified payroll reporting.

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nnTrack and deduct garnishments, tax levies, and other special payroll deductions as needed.

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nnPrepare payroll reports and summaries for management.

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nnAssist in responding to external/internal audits, government agency requests with relevant data.

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n nEmployee Support

nnnService oriented mindset.

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nnRespond to internal and external customer inquiries in an appropriate and timely manner. 

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nnAddress and resolve payroll-related inquiries and concerns from employees. Assist in providing guidance on other payroll policies.

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nnCross-trains in other areas to broaden knowledge of Southland accounting and financial processes and systems.

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n nAudits and Improvements

nnnAssist with all External/Internal audits to ensure payroll accuracy and integrity.

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nnAssist in developing and implementing payroll processes and procedures.

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n nQualifications

nnnBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience preferred

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nn3 years of payroll processing and accounting experience

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nnUnderstanding of payroll practices, tax regulations, and wage and hour laws.

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nnMulti-state payroll experience required.

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nnProficiency with payroll software (e.g., Coins, ADP, Dayforce, UKG or In-House/Non Outsourced processing software.)

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nnCoins ERP software knowledge preferred.

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nnBasic accounting knowledge.

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nnStrong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.

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nnStrong attention to detail and accuracy.

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nnEffective written and verbal communication skills, and ability to interface with all levels of employees.

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nnService oriented mindset.

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nnProven ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure.

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nnAbility to handle sensitive and confidential information and maintain/exercise discretion.

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nnComputer proficiency and technical aptitude of intermediate to advance level abilities to utilize Excel, MS Word, Power Point, etc. preferred... 

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nnExcellent time management skills, and ability to remain flexible in a rapidly changing environment.

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n nBenefits

nAs a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

nnn401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting

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nnMedical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)

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nnAnnual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability

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nnTerm life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance

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nnDisability income protection insurance

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nnPre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)

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nnPaid parental leave

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nnPaid holidays, vacation, and personal time

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nnTraining/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses

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nnWellness benefits

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n nAbout Southland Industries

nAs one of the nation's largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you're engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.

nTo learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities ( , follow us on social media ( , and check out our website ( .

nSouthland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

nPay: Final pay is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. For California this ranges from $29.00 - $33.65 an hour, plus annual incentive, benefits, and retirement program as outlined above.

nContingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

nExternal Agency Announcement: Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

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garden grove, CA, 92641, US

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