Position: Accountant / Payroll Accountant Job Type: Interim to hire
About this role:
Established company, committed to providing exceptional services/products to our clients. Looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Accountant / Payroll Accountant to join our team. This position is ideal for someone who has a strong background in accounting and payroll administration, with excellent organizational and analytical skills.
Job Description:
As an Accountant / Payroll Accountant, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial statements, and ensuring timely payroll processing. You will work closely with management to support financial decision-making and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and company policies.
Key Responsibilities:
Accountancy Duties:
Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts
Process and monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable
Ensure accurate tax reporting and filing, including VAT, income tax, etc.
Support in the preparation for audits and ensure compliance with accounting standards
Payroll Duties:
Process and manage the payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant laws
Calculate wages, bonuses, deductions, and other payroll-related transactions
Maintain payroll records and ensure timely submission of tax filings (including payroll taxes)
Prepare and issue pay slips and assist with any payroll-related queries
Ensure compliance with labor laws, benefits, and taxation policies related to payroll
Additional Responsibilities:
Provide financial reports and insights to management
Handle day-to-day bookkeeping tasks and manage company expenses
Assist with financial analysis, forecasting, and planning
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Proven experience as an Accountant or Payroll Accountant 3-5 yrs+ preferred
Strong understanding of accounting principles, payroll processes, and tax laws
Proficiency in accounting/payroll software (Sage or ADP highly preferred)
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory requirements regarding payroll and taxation
Salary: $35-40 Hourly
If you are a highly motivated and detail-oriented accounting professional with a passion for payroll, we would love to hear from you.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.
