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Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County, Inc.

Payroll Accountant Specialist

Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County, Inc., San Luis Obispo, California, us, 93403

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Posted Monday, January 5, 2026 at 11:00 AM

Helping People. Changing Lives.

Join a mission-driven team at CAPSLO and play a key role in keeping our organization running smoothly. As our Payroll Accountant Specialist, you’ll ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing for staff across the agency. If you love numbers, thrive on precision, and enjoy supporting a team that makes a real impact in the community, this role is for you.

Qualifications:

Associate’s Degree in Accounting

Minimum four years of payroll accounting experience

Knowledge of AP/AR, financial statements, bank reconciliations, and GAAP

Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and supervisory or lead experience

As the Payroll Accountant Specialist you will:

Coordinate full-cycle payroll processing, including timecard collection, auditing, data entry, and payroll transmission

Prepare monthly journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports

Reconcile tax liabilities, GL withholding accounts, and insurance schedules

Support annual audits by preparing schedules, reports, and documentation

Assist with payroll tax returns and deposits

Maintain payroll bank accounts and resolve discrepancies

Audit and reconcile PTO balances for accuracy

Train staff on payroll procedures and support new hires

Maintain organized payroll records and reporting schedules

Collaborate with HR, Finance, and other departments to ensure smooth operations

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

To view the full job description click HERE.

For a comprehensive list of employee perks and benefits, please visit capslo.org/careers.

For questions regarding the application process or open positions, contact the Recruiting Department at 805-544-4355 or email us at recruitment@capslo.org.

EOE/V/ADA/Drug Free Workplace/Asset Infused Organization. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County, Inc. will consider all qualified applicants without attention to race, sex, age religion, disability, national origin, veteran status, socioeconomic class, or any other protected characteristic.

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