Payroll Clerk

Department Accounting Classification Non-Exempt Rate of Pay $28.00 per hour (equivalent to $58,240.00 annually) Location Eastlake About CDA CDA is a community based, multiservice non-profit agency with over 300 employees dedicated to creating positive change in our local community. Our mission is to empower and promote the well-being of families, child care providers, and the greater community through financial and support services. Purpose of the Role Under general supervision, the Payroll Clerk provides a wide variety of general clerical and administrative duties to support the processing of payroll, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assist in processing bi-weekly payroll for CDA employees, including the processing of garnishments, levies, and deductions. Verify employee timesheets, hours worked, and leave requests; assist in the resolution of discrepancies with supervisors and staff. Prepare payroll-related reports, including wage summaries, tax filings, and benefit deductions. Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure payroll changes (e.g., promotions, pay adjustments, benefits) are accurately reflected. Respond promptly and professionally to employee inquiries regarding payroll and deductions. Assist with audits and maintain secure payroll files and documentation. Support annual W-2 distribution and related tax reporting. May perform various other duties and/or projects, as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Education, training, and/or experience that demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above. A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting; and 1-3 years of experience with payroll processing and reports, prior detail-oriented experience in which prioritization and organization skills were necessary; experience working with deadlines in a fast-paced environment; ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Proficient in Microsoft Office, to include Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook; data entry, spreadsheet and word processing programs; use various computer applications proficiently on a daily basis to review schedules, update, track, and research status or criteria, and/or produce reports; clerical accounting methods, forms, and techniques; office practices and procedures related to processing and recording accounting and bookkeeping transactions. Ability to use copy, scanners, and postal meters in a safe and efficient manner. Ability to initiate prompt and professional responses to co-workers, and other individuals; maintain confidentiality and follow privacy laws, rules and regulations and procedures in regards to record keeping, using appropriate judgment in answering questions, releasing information considering the consequences of disclosure. Work Environment The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Reasonable accommodations in the work environment may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position also requires commitment to work under strict timelines and schedules in order to meet compliance requirements. Physical Requirements The physical characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with a qualified disability to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis. Regular to repetitive use of the hands to use computer and office equipment, including fingering and handling such as, picking, pinching, seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands; frequent upward and downward motion of the neck, twisting and bending of the waist, pulling file drawers and carts, reaching above and below shoulders, sitting, talking, hearing, pushing; regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; occasional standing, walking, stooping, crouching, and kneeling; close vision and color vision required. Work Schedule Full-time, Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week, typically 8:30 am to 5:00pm. May require evening and weekend hours based on the needs of the program. Benefits Medical | Dental | Vision - 80% paid by the employer in the first year, and 100% thereafter Ongoing Training and Staff Development opportunities Flexible Spending Account Legal Service Plans Available Paid Holidays, Sick Pay, and Vacation Time Additional Vacation Days – Earn up to 5 bonus days after 3 years, and up to 15 bonus days after 10 years. Long-Term Disability Group and Voluntary Life Insurance Plan Annual Employer Contribution Plan and Employee 401(k) Contribution Employee Assistance Program #J-18808-Ljbffr