Payroll Bookkeeping Clerk
Job Description
Job Description
Full-Time Payroll Clerk / Bookkeeping Assistant
Modesto, CA | On-site | Monday–Wednesday
Pay: $23.00 – $30.00 per hour, depending upon experience
Schedule: Part-time, 20–30 hours per week, Monday–Wednesday
Job Description
We are a CPA firm in Modesto seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Payroll Clerk / Bookkeeping Assistant to support payroll and bookkeeping services for our small to mid-sized business clients. This part-time role is ideal for a payroll professional with bookkeeping experience who values accuracy, deadlines, and client service.
Responsibilities
Payroll
- Process weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payrolls for multiple clients
- Accurately calculate wages, overtime, bonuses, and deductions
- Prepare and submit payroll tax deposits and filings (federal, state, and local)
- Set up new hires, process terminations, and maintain employee records
- Respond to client questions related to payroll and payroll reports
- Ensure compliance with California payroll and labor regulations
Bookkeeping
- Perform bookkeeping data entry and general ledger postings
- Assist with bank and credit card reconciliations
- Support quarterly and year-end accounting projects
- Assist CPA staff with client accounting and cleanup work as needed
Qualifications
- 2+ years of payroll experience
- Knowledge of California payroll laws and payroll tax compliance
- Bookkeeping experience with understanding of basic accounting principles
- Experience with payroll and accounting software (QuickBooks, ADP, Gusto, Paychex, or similar)
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Professional communication and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a CPA firm
- QuickBooks Online and Desktop experience
- Payroll certification (CPP or FPC) a plus, but not required
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience
- Stable, predictable part-time schedule
- Professional and supportive firm environment
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.