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Job description
Payroll Clerk
Inszone Insurance | Lakwood, CA - Onsite | Accounting Department
Classification: Non-Exempt | Hourly Compensation: $26.00 - $28.00 / hour Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About the Role
We're looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk with 1-3 years of experience to join our team. In this role, you'll support the accurate and timely processing of employee pay, commission calculations, and payroll-related recordkeeping.
Why Join Inszone?
Be part of a growing organization with opportunities for advancement and an excellent employee retention record
Work alongside a collaborative and supportive accounting team
Play a key role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time
Gain broad exposure to payroll systems, compliance, and cross-department processes
Work closely with HR, accounting, and operational leaders
What You'll Do Process bi-weekly/semi-monthly payroll for hourly and salaried employees
Enter and verify timekeeping data, including hours worked, overtime, and Vacation
Calculating and process deductions (taxes, benefits, garnishments, retirement contributions)
Reconcile payroll discrepancies and resolve employee pay inquiries
Maintain accurate payroll records and employee files in compliance with company policy
Assist with processing new hires, terminations, and status changes in the payroll system
Support preparation of payroll reports for management and accounting
Assist with year-end processes, including W-2 preparation
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
Maintain strict confidentiality of employee and payroll data
What Success Looks Like Payroll is processed accurately and on time every cycle
Discrepancies are identified quickly and resolved with minimal disruption to employees
Payroll records and employee files are complete, accurate, and audit-ready
Federal, state, and local payroll compliance is consistently maintained
Employee and payroll data is always handled with discretion and confidentiality
Qualifications
Required 1-3 years of payroll or related accounting experience
High school diploma required; Associate's degree in accounting, Business, or related field preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general computer skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Understanding of basic payroll tax and wage/hour regulations
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Preferred Experience with payroll software (e.g., ADP, Paychex, Heartland, or similar)
FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification) or working toward certification
Experience with multi-state payroll processing
Familiarity with HRIS systems
Benefits Vacation: Competitive vacation policy
Charitable Time Off: Paid time off to devote to your favorite charity
Sick Time: Paid sick leave in accordance with company policy
401(k) Retirement Plan: Company-sponsored plan to support long-term financial growth
Health Insurance: 100% employer-paid PPO for employee only
Worksite address
lakewood, CA, 90715, US
Who can apply
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