Gokroc
Senior Payroll Accountant - Employee Payroll
Gokroc, Rancho Palos Verdes, California, United States, 90275
Senior Payroll Accountant - Employee Payroll
Job Category:
Business & Finance/Accounting
Requisition Number:
SENIO022870
Posted: December 29, 2025
Full-Time
Hybrid
Rate: $40 USD per hour
Locations Showing 1 location
Travel Required: No
Description TITLE:
Senior Payroll Accountant - Employee Payroll
DEPARTMENT:
Finance
STATUS:
Full-Time, Non-Exempt
PAY RATE:
$40
The Salvation Army Mission
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Position Summary The Senior Payroll Accountant manages THQ and ARC Employees, Retired Officers payroll processing and provides backup for Active, Post Retired and Overseas Officer payrolls. The role maintains accurate payroll records, updates wages, benefits, deductions and time-off balances, and ensures all payroll transactions comply with TSA policies and federal and state regulations. The position also supports The Officers Taxes and Payroll Manager by posting employee adjustments and Officer information as needed, preparing tax documentation, and assisting with year-end reporting, including W-2s, 1099s and SE forms. This role requires strong accuracy, confidentiality and close coordination with Human Resources and Personnel.
Essential Functions This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the current essential functions and requirements of the position. The staff member may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.
Payroll Functions
Full oversight and responsibility using UKG software for processing payroll for:
THQ Employees
Retired Officers
ARC Employees
Provides backup support for the following payrolls processing:
Active Officers
Post-Retired Officer
Overseas Officers
Maintain Employee payroll information in Ultipro with constant communications from Personnel
Update 403(b) contributions in Payroll
Provide support to Officers and Employees of payroll related questions
Process and generate reporting for mid & year end posting items
Create payroll reports as requested by HR
Issue W2 and 1099 documents as needed
Ensure all transactions are handled within TSA Policy & Procedures and general accepted accounting practices, creating verifiable audit trails
Ensure all payroll information including yearend adjustments for Employees is maintained and updated in the Payroll Software for accurate preparation of W-2s, 1099s and annual income reporting
Ensure systems are set-up and updated to reflect current employee base, including wages, benefits, sick and vacation time in-line with current policies and procedures
Record employee time entries in the payroll system and update annual leave records to reflect approved absences, sick leave, vacation accruals, personal time off, walking days, and overtime calculations.
Maintain timeclock database for non-exempt and exempt level employees, as well as troubleshooting and resolving issues as needed. Exports timesheets into UltriPro.
Process salary increases and retroactive adjustments as required
Verify employee rates on Personnel Action Notices prior to posting and confirm all salary changes and increases with Human Resources
Enter database information for all existing employees, including direct deposits, voluntary and statutory deductions, liens and garnishments, etc.
Transmit bi-weekly or monthly payroll to payroll processor in accordance with organizational requirements
Maintain and manage payroll-related legal and regulatory compliance
Make corrections or reversals of automatic deposits when needed.
Other duties as needed
Equipment Used
Personal Computer in a Network Environment
10 Key - Touch
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Software, including MS Word and Excel, Ultipro
Current knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Salvation Army Accounting philosophy, policies and procedures
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and to apply such concepts to practical situations
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, or related field required.
Two or more years in college related business accounting.
Five years experience in Payroll Accounting.
Physical Requirements Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.
Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead.
Ability to operate telephone.
Ability to operate a desktop or laptop computer.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (usually file boxes).
Ability to access and produce information from a computer.
Reports To Officer Taxes & Payroll Manager
Travel Required No
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Business & Finance/Accounting
Requisition Number:
SENIO022870
Posted: December 29, 2025
Full-Time
Hybrid
Rate: $40 USD per hour
Locations Showing 1 location
Travel Required: No
Description TITLE:
Senior Payroll Accountant - Employee Payroll
DEPARTMENT:
Finance
STATUS:
Full-Time, Non-Exempt
PAY RATE:
$40
The Salvation Army Mission
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Position Summary The Senior Payroll Accountant manages THQ and ARC Employees, Retired Officers payroll processing and provides backup for Active, Post Retired and Overseas Officer payrolls. The role maintains accurate payroll records, updates wages, benefits, deductions and time-off balances, and ensures all payroll transactions comply with TSA policies and federal and state regulations. The position also supports The Officers Taxes and Payroll Manager by posting employee adjustments and Officer information as needed, preparing tax documentation, and assisting with year-end reporting, including W-2s, 1099s and SE forms. This role requires strong accuracy, confidentiality and close coordination with Human Resources and Personnel.
Essential Functions This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the current essential functions and requirements of the position. The staff member may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.
Payroll Functions
Full oversight and responsibility using UKG software for processing payroll for:
THQ Employees
Retired Officers
ARC Employees
Provides backup support for the following payrolls processing:
Active Officers
Post-Retired Officer
Overseas Officers
Maintain Employee payroll information in Ultipro with constant communications from Personnel
Update 403(b) contributions in Payroll
Provide support to Officers and Employees of payroll related questions
Process and generate reporting for mid & year end posting items
Create payroll reports as requested by HR
Issue W2 and 1099 documents as needed
Ensure all transactions are handled within TSA Policy & Procedures and general accepted accounting practices, creating verifiable audit trails
Ensure all payroll information including yearend adjustments for Employees is maintained and updated in the Payroll Software for accurate preparation of W-2s, 1099s and annual income reporting
Ensure systems are set-up and updated to reflect current employee base, including wages, benefits, sick and vacation time in-line with current policies and procedures
Record employee time entries in the payroll system and update annual leave records to reflect approved absences, sick leave, vacation accruals, personal time off, walking days, and overtime calculations.
Maintain timeclock database for non-exempt and exempt level employees, as well as troubleshooting and resolving issues as needed. Exports timesheets into UltriPro.
Process salary increases and retroactive adjustments as required
Verify employee rates on Personnel Action Notices prior to posting and confirm all salary changes and increases with Human Resources
Enter database information for all existing employees, including direct deposits, voluntary and statutory deductions, liens and garnishments, etc.
Transmit bi-weekly or monthly payroll to payroll processor in accordance with organizational requirements
Maintain and manage payroll-related legal and regulatory compliance
Make corrections or reversals of automatic deposits when needed.
Other duties as needed
Equipment Used
Personal Computer in a Network Environment
10 Key - Touch
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Software, including MS Word and Excel, Ultipro
Current knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Salvation Army Accounting philosophy, policies and procedures
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and to apply such concepts to practical situations
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, or related field required.
Two or more years in college related business accounting.
Five years experience in Payroll Accounting.
Physical Requirements Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.
Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead.
Ability to operate telephone.
Ability to operate a desktop or laptop computer.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (usually file boxes).
Ability to access and produce information from a computer.
Reports To Officer Taxes & Payroll Manager
Travel Required No
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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