Payroll Specialist Accounting Clerk Job at AchieveKids in Palo Alto

Salary: $55K - $70K per year

Payroll Specialist - Accounting Clerk

Job Announcement

 

AchieveKids is a dynamic, non-profit special education organization with a rich 60+ year history of providing non-public schooling in San Jose and Palo Alto, California.  Our students possess a range of abilities, and we focus on skill development to help our students transition to progressively more independent learning environments. We strive to create joy in learning and to enhance success beyond our doors. AchieveKids is an exciting place to work, and we have a lot to offer the right candidate.

AchieveKids is committed to supporting high quality, inclusive practices in our schools and programs. The diversity of our workforce and Board of Directors is essential and we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging throughout our company to ensure a wide range of experiences, perspectives, and skills to drive innovation and creativity, enhance decision-making, and provide better solutions.

LOCATIONS

Palo Alto Campus:  3860 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303  (Headquarters)

San Jose Campus:  1212 McGinness Avenue, San Jose, CA 95127  

DESCRIPTION

The Payroll Specialist - Accounting Clerk is a full-time position, and reports to the Director of Finance. This is a confidential non-union position. You will facilitate and perform the basic functions of the AchieveKids payroll process, including time clock management/correction, integration of time off, and assisting in payroll resolutions.  In addition, this position will assist in weekly and monthly accounting operations.  This position must be available to work at both AchieveKids campuses. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process payroll bi-weekly
• Maintain, monitor, and manage ADP time clock
• Coordinate with staff and supervisors on time clock corrections
• Collaborate with Human Resources in payroll problem resolution
• Track billing and collection, including Accounts Receivables and Accounts Payable
• Assist in preparation of various contracts: master contract, Individual Service Agreements (ISA), or others
• Assist full-charge bookkeeper at fiscal year-end, including contact preparation, year-end filing and financial audit preparation
• 1099 misc. preparation

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates degree preferred, or equivalent experience
• 5-7 years of experience in accounting and 3-5 years of payroll experience
• Experience with QuickBooks, ADP, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word
• Ability to plan ahead, multitask, prioritize, meet deadlines, and work independently
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality to all information and strictly adhere to the confidentiality policy
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to function as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Criminal record background clearance

BENEFITS

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plan options
• Retirement plan with company match
• Tuition and professional development assistance
• Health care, dependent care, and transportation flexible spending accounts
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• A positive, strength-based learning environment!

PAY RANGE

• The pay range for this position is $55K - $70K per year. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, and internal equity.
• This range represents base salary only and one aspect of the total rewards package. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Apply online at https://achievekids.bamboohr.com/jobs