Fairchild Imaging, Inc.
Overview
Fairchild Imaging, headquartered in San Jose, California, is a specialty image sensor design and manufacturing company with deep experience in developing leading edge performance CMOS image sensors. Our portfolio of image sensors can be found in many high-performance imaging applications like space exploration, medical x-ray, sciences, quantum computing, machine vision, low light, and 360 situational awareness.
We are looking for a
Payroll Accountant
to manage all payroll and related accounting functions. This is a hybrid role, with the primary focus (70%) on ensuring accurate payroll processing and compliance for our workforce of 70 employees. The remaining 30% of responsibilities will cover broader accounting tasks, such as managing the complete accounts receivable lifecycle (credit applications, terms, collections, and reconciliations), bank reconciliations, employee expense reporting, and prepaid schedule maintenance.
Responsibilities
Manage the end-to-end multi-state payroll process for approximately 70 employees, including direct deposits, garnishments, benefits, 401(k), and other deductions.
Ensure compliance with California labor laws (overtime, meal/rest breaks, sick leave) and federal payroll regulations.
Prepare and reconcile payroll journal entries to the general ledger; resolve discrepancies.
Manage payroll tax filings (941, DE 9/9C, W-2, ACA, etc.) and support annual audits.
Maintain accurate employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and changes.
Implement payroll controls and process improvements to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Partner with HR to implement payroll policy changes and maintain confidentiality of sensitive data.
Stay current on payroll best practices, California wage and hour updates, and employment law changes related to payroll.
Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, and payroll policies.
Qualifications
3+ years of progressive hands-on payroll experience in an exempt and non-exempt workforce.
Strong knowledge of California payroll regulations, multi-state payroll experience.
Background in payroll accounting: journal entries, accruals, reconciliations.
Proficiency with Excel and ability to prepare payroll reports for Finance and HR.
High attention to detail, integrity, and ability to work independently in a small-company environment.
Detail-oriented with strong confidentiality and ethics.
Able to work independently in a small-company environment where everyone “wears many hats.”
Comfortable collaborating across HR, Finance, and Operations to resolve payroll issues quickly.
Flexibility to document processes and support improvements.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, HR, or related field preferred.
CPP or FPC certification preferred.
Benefits
9/80 Schedule - You get every other Friday off!
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with multiple plan offerings
Health Savings Account with an employer contribution annually
401(k) retirement plans with Employer matching
Tuition Reimbursement
Generous Paid Time Off policy
The compensation salary range for this role is $85,000 to $105,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.
Fairchild Imaging is an equal opportunity employer . We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.
Application notes :
This role requires onsite presence Tuesday through Thursday every week with the option to work remote on Monday and Friday. Are you willing to be onsite at least 3 days a week?
Voluntary Self-Identification For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file.
As set forth in Fairchild Imaging, Inc.’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.
Disability Status: Select...
Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability
Form CC-305
Page 1 of 1
OMB Control Number 1250-0005
Expires 04/30/2026
PUBLIC BURDEN STATEMENT: According to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 no persons are required to respond to a collection of information unless such collection displays a valid OMB control number. This survey should take about 5 minutes to complete.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
We are looking for a
Payroll Accountant
to manage all payroll and related accounting functions. This is a hybrid role, with the primary focus (70%) on ensuring accurate payroll processing and compliance for our workforce of 70 employees. The remaining 30% of responsibilities will cover broader accounting tasks, such as managing the complete accounts receivable lifecycle (credit applications, terms, collections, and reconciliations), bank reconciliations, employee expense reporting, and prepaid schedule maintenance.
Responsibilities
Manage the end-to-end multi-state payroll process for approximately 70 employees, including direct deposits, garnishments, benefits, 401(k), and other deductions.
Ensure compliance with California labor laws (overtime, meal/rest breaks, sick leave) and federal payroll regulations.
Prepare and reconcile payroll journal entries to the general ledger; resolve discrepancies.
Manage payroll tax filings (941, DE 9/9C, W-2, ACA, etc.) and support annual audits.
Maintain accurate employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and changes.
Implement payroll controls and process improvements to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Partner with HR to implement payroll policy changes and maintain confidentiality of sensitive data.
Stay current on payroll best practices, California wage and hour updates, and employment law changes related to payroll.
Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, and payroll policies.
Qualifications
3+ years of progressive hands-on payroll experience in an exempt and non-exempt workforce.
Strong knowledge of California payroll regulations, multi-state payroll experience.
Background in payroll accounting: journal entries, accruals, reconciliations.
Proficiency with Excel and ability to prepare payroll reports for Finance and HR.
High attention to detail, integrity, and ability to work independently in a small-company environment.
Detail-oriented with strong confidentiality and ethics.
Able to work independently in a small-company environment where everyone “wears many hats.”
Comfortable collaborating across HR, Finance, and Operations to resolve payroll issues quickly.
Flexibility to document processes and support improvements.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, HR, or related field preferred.
CPP or FPC certification preferred.
Benefits
9/80 Schedule - You get every other Friday off!
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with multiple plan offerings
Health Savings Account with an employer contribution annually
401(k) retirement plans with Employer matching
Tuition Reimbursement
Generous Paid Time Off policy
The compensation salary range for this role is $85,000 to $105,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.
Fairchild Imaging is an equal opportunity employer . We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.
Application notes :
This role requires onsite presence Tuesday through Thursday every week with the option to work remote on Monday and Friday. Are you willing to be onsite at least 3 days a week?
Voluntary Self-Identification For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file.
As set forth in Fairchild Imaging, Inc.’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.
Disability Status: Select...
Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability
Form CC-305
Page 1 of 1
OMB Control Number 1250-0005
Expires 04/30/2026
PUBLIC BURDEN STATEMENT: According to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 no persons are required to respond to a collection of information unless such collection displays a valid OMB control number. This survey should take about 5 minutes to complete.
#J-18808-Ljbffr