Payroll Jobs in Berkeley, CA

A Payroll professional in the accounting industry manages the process of paying an organization's employees. They ensure the accurate processing and recording of the company's payroll, provide timely and accurate financial information, and participate in data entry and processing for the company's payroll. This includes ensuring that all calculations are accurate, that all necessary deductions have been made, and that employees are paid on time. Payroll professionals also ensure that the organization is in compliance with all tax laws, labor laws, and any other applicable regulations.

Important skills for a Payroll professional include attention to detail, understanding of accounting principles, proficiency with payroll software, and knowledge of tax and labor laws. They should also have strong communication skills and the ability to manage time effectively. Payroll professionals may also need certifications like the Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or the Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) which are offered by the American Payroll Association. Before becoming a payroll professional, a person might have roles such as a Payroll Clerk, Accountant, or Human Resources Assistant which would give them the necessary skills and experience.

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SR Sales Compensation Analyst

  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

Monthly calculation and accurate payment for all sales commissions. Calculations will also include bonuses, spiffs, and other incentive programs at 6sense Drive continuous improvement, meet...

Global Payroll Operations Specialist (Poland)

  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 1 day ago

About the role We're looking for an experienced payroll specialist to join Ripplings Global Payroll Operations team....

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Payroll Administrator

  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 1 day ago

payroll records....

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Group Product Manager, Payroll - 12 Month Fixed Term

  • San Mateo, CA (20 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (20 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 4 days ago

, we're not only making life better for small business, we'll be building a stronger economy that can change the world.The Group Product Manager will be in charge of a product portfolio within the Payroll...

Payroll Lead

  • Walnut Creek, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Set up necessary payroll local tax configurations. Prepare GL interface, journal entries, and GL account reconciliations....

Senior US Payroll Analyst

  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 5 days ago

operations, with at least 3 years in a senior role Deep expertise in multi-state payroll processing and compliance Strong knowledge of equity compensation and taxation Experience with payroll processing...

Payroll Manager

  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 6 days ago

4-6 years of payroll experience in the United States is required In depth knowledge of federal, state and local employment requirements and regulations as well as multi-state payroll tax Experience...

Payroll Specialist - Hybrid 901

  • Alameda, CA (6 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Alameda, CA (6 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 6 days ago

cycle as needed, including processing bi-weekly payroll, garnishments and levies, manual checks/adjustments, LOA payment integration and Kronos timekeeping review and audit Assists in review and updating...

Payroll Specialist

  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Payroll Operations, Data and Compliance Maintain, review and validate data for US payroll using Workday Payroll module....

Senior Payroll Specialist

  • San Mateo, CA (20 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (20 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 9 days ago

payroll service providers Prepare manual payroll checks for employees and wire payments as needed for off-cycle payments Handle day-to-day payroll activities and resolve payroll related discrepancies...

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Payroll Specialist

  • Concord, CA (14 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Concord, CA (14 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 10 days ago

reportsEnsure compliance with relevant payroll regulations and reporting requirementsWork on special projects as directed and perform other tasks as neededQualifications2 years of payroll experience...

Accounting & Payroll Manager

  • San Rafael, CA (14 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • San Rafael, CA (14 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Coordinates and processes bi-weekly payroll, payroll distribution and related reporting Manages month end close, including required Journal entries, Balance Sheet and Bank account reconciliations Manages...

Director of Payroll

  • San Mateo, CA (20 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (20 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Manage and support the payroll staff (between 3 to 4 presently and growing). Oversee the creation of journal entries for each payroll to be posted into Microsoft F&O....

Lead Senior Payroll Analyst

  • Alameda, CA (6 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Alameda, CA (6 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 13 days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage multi-state payroll tax process and reconciliation with third party tax provider Coordinate with Stock Admin for all stock transactions (NQ, RSU, PSU) off-cycle...

Human Resource and Payroll Specialist

  • Oakland, CA (7 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (7 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Position Summary: The HR and Payroll Specialist (HRPS) plays a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient and compliant management of human resources and payroll for the community steward programs....

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Payroll Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Payroll Fundamentals
Running payroll is so much more than just pushing a button. This course breaks down the basics from start to finish - including onboarding and offboarding, tracking time, making the accounting...
Payroll Management
This Payroll course is all about payroll management, how to calculate the payroll and general overall understanding about what payroll is and the legal requirements in place, the forms, the...
Gusto Payroll Certification
Gusto Payroll Certification is designed for you. So that you can build your foundational knowledge of the payroll process as a whole. In this certification, we’ll cover onboarding and offboarding...

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Salary for Payroll Jobs in Berkeley, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Payrolls in Berkeley, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.8%
Master's Degree
17.4%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
High School or GED
12.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.8%
Some College
2.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Payrolls in Berkeley, CA
4-6 years
37.5%
2-4 years
33.3%
6-8 years
20.8%
1-2 years
4.2%
10+ years
4.2%


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