Payroll Bookkeeping Clerk

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.

Full-time