• Payroll Accountant

    Robert Half Accountemps (El Segundo, CA)


    Description

    Client is seeking an experienced Payroll Accountant with strong HCM-specific payroll expertise, ideally someone familiar with LACOE systems. The district has already completed the HCM implementation, and their current team member is departing at the end of the month—making this a high-priority, time-sensitive role.

     

    The ideal professional brings hands-on payroll accounting experience, strong tax knowledge, and the ability to step into a fast-moving K–12 environment with minimal ramp-up time. Someone comfortable with full-cycle payroll, audit compliance, and employee support will be a strong fit. While onsite or hybrid is preferred due to collaboration needs, the role may eventually offer remote flexibility.

    WKey Responsibilities

    Payroll Processing

     

    + Manage full-cycle payroll for certificated and classified staff

    + Ensure accurate and timely biweekly/monthly payroll processing

    + Review and validate timecards, stipends, differentials, and supplemental pay

    + Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies

    + Maintain employee pay records, deductions, garnishments, and leave accruals

    + Process retroactive pay adjustments and off-cycle checks

    + Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees, administrators, and HR

    + Ensure compliance with district policies, union contracts, and state/federal regulations

    Requirements

    + Perform payroll reconciliations and general ledger entries

    + Prepare and process payroll tax filings and year-end forms (W-2s, 1099s)

    + Audit payroll data for accuracy and compliance

    + Support annual financial audits and internal reviews

    + Ensure proper accounting treatment for payroll liabilities, benefits, and deductions

    + Coordinate with LACOE on reporting, system updates, and issue resolution

     

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