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Payroll Accountant
Xcelerate Solutions. Process regular and off-cycle payrolls, including auditing, reporting, and filing .
Posted 10/14/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates extensive payroll processing expertise, particularly in California regulations and union agreements, while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws. Proficient in managing payroll for large employee groups and maintaining accurate documentation and reporting.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Payroll ProcessingCalifornia Payroll RegulationsDeltek CostpointADP Workforce NowAPA Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
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Hard Skills
Payroll AuditingPayroll Tax CompliancePayroll Journal EntryOvertime CalculationShift Differential CalculationUnion Payroll RulesSCA Pay RequirementsAnalytical SkillsExcel ProficiencyMulti-Jurisdictional Taxation
Soft Skills
Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsAdaptabilityTime Management
Tools & Technologies
Deltek CostpointADP Workforce NowADP Workforce Manager
Certifications & Qualifications
APA Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
Industry Keywords
GovCon EnvironmentPayroll RegulationsWage and Hour LawsPayroll DocumentationEmployee Support
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Process regular and off-cycle payrolls, including auditing, reporting, and filing
- Calculate overtime, shift differentials, and other specialized pay structures
- Apply union agreements and pay rules accurately
- Ensure compliance with California payroll regulations and federal, state, and local wage and hour laws
- Research, reconcile, and support payroll tax compliance, including complex and multi-jurisdictional taxation scenarios
- Enter payroll journal entries into the Costpoint accounting system and make additional journal entries during month-end reconciliation
- Provide responsive, confidential support to employees and stakeholders on payroll, tax, and leave-related inquiries
- Maintain thorough payroll documentation
- Manage multiple priorities from start to finish
Requirements
What you’ll need- 5+ years of payroll experience in a GovCon environment
- Solid understanding of California regulations, union payroll rules, and SCA pay requirements
- Experience with Deltek Costpoint, ADP Workforce Now, and ADP Workforce Manager
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
- Prior payroll accounting/payroll journal entry experience with Union and SCA
- Experience processing large payrolls of 900+ employees in California
- Familiarity with California payroll rules and regulations
- Ability to manage tight deadlines and adapt to changing priorities
- High attention to detail and strong organizational and communication skills
- Professional certification such as APA Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency with Excel
- Ability to work on-site with flexibility for hybrid scheduling preferred
Benefits
Comp & perks- Remote work flexibility
- Growth and development opportunities
- Reasonable accommodations for applicants or employees with disabilities