Job Details
Level
Experienced
Job Location
Administrative Offices - Los Angeles, CA
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
High School
Salary Range
$22.29 - $27.44 Hourly
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Finance
Description
Organization Summary
The LA Conservation Corps ("the Corps") is a private, non-profit organization that has helped at-risk young adults develop themselves since 1986. To date, more than 20,000 young people have participated in the Corps classes and service projects, learning new skills while contributing to the quality of life for residents of the greater Los Angeles area.
Mission
We create equitable opportunities for young people to build resilience in themselves, their communities and the environment through a program of work, education and support.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Payroll Manager, the Payroll Clerk I is responsible for processing payroll, which includes but is not limited to, timesheet review, calculations and preparing payroll for transmission using Paycom Payroll system. This position will require extensive interface with Program staff to prevent or resolve payroll and timecard discrepancies. In addition, this position will perform payroll-related maintenance functions.
Essential Responsibilities

• Generates pre-payroll audit reports and assists with correcting errors prior to payroll submission (full-time, supervisors, participants and after school part-time employees).
• Maintains payroll information by collating, calculating and entering data.
• Reviews time sheets for proper signatures for (full-time and After School program part-time employees.
• Reviews Paycom data entry reports.
• Provides support and back-up for other payroll activities.
• Produces Billable Hours & Work Hours Reports.
• Cross references payroll data against Corpsmember information to compliance.
• Generates and forwards payroll hours reports to appropriate authorizing staff.
• Provides assistance in generating Percent Labor Distribution Form 4s for all full-time staff after transmission.
• Provides monthly Payroll backup reports to accounting department according to mandatory projects for invoicing as well; as needed (Full-time, supervisors and participants).
• Provides document/assistance for audits.
• Provides assistance in generating and printing manual checks.
• Creates/Submits Personnel Action Forms as needed.
• Monitors Payroll/Salesforce employee head count accuracy report on a weekly basis.
• Process payroll journal entries and reclassifications.
• Assists with other duties as assigned.

Please note that this job announcement is not designed to cover or contact a comprehensive listing of activities, duties and/or responsibilities that may be required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time and without notice.
Due to the organization's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, your essential functions and responsibilities may change to accommodate the needs of the program and to stay in compliance with CDC and County of LA Public Health Department requirements.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

• Demonstrate excellent analytical skills characterized by identifying, assimilating and comprehending the critical elements of various situations, and extracting and interpreting the implications of courses of action.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and presentation skills (verbal and written) characterized by actively listening and ensuring respectful two-way communication.
• Demonstrate sensitivity, understanding, and the ability to effectively interact with individuals (internal and external) from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, disability and ethnic backgrounds.
• Demonstrate strong time management skills and a high level of attention to detail.
• Demonstrate a high level of accountability, responsibility and dependability.
• Demonstrate teamwork through cooperation and collaboration with others.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude, self-discipline and self-awareness.
• Ability to prepare concise, logical and grammatically correct documents, reports, and presentations.
• Ability to accept, direct and perform responsibilities and assigned tasks as a team member in support of the overall project.
• Ability to explain policies, procedures and directions and represent the Corps' philosophy and values to a wide range of audiences including Corpsmembers, programmatic staff, management and the public.
• Ability to structure tasks, establish priorities and set goals.
• Ability to effectively perform the physical requirements of the job, as well as train others in the same.
• Ability to effectively provide presentations, work demonstrations and instruction to others to promote and establish of culture of safety.
• Ability to balance competing priorities and multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently.
• Intermediate level of computer skills (Microsoft Office environment including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), software knowledge and Internet research ability.
• High level of interpersonal skills, integrity and the ability to keep information confidential.
• Uses good judgment; evaluates alternatives in the achievement of quality outcomes.
• Results-/Solution-oriented; flexible.
• Passion for the Corps and ability to articulate its mission.

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or GED (from an accredited institution); A minimum of two (2) years of related experience and/or training, required.
• Experience in computerized accounting applications, spreadsheets software (i.e. MS Excel) and/or prior Paycom experience; Previous experience working in the non-profit or public sector, preferred.

Other Duties and Requirements

• Must be COVID-19 vaccinated and be able to provide supporting documentation.
• Pass a post-offer drug/alcohol screen test before commencing employment (required to submit for the drug/alcohol screening at a company designated facility).
• Pass a post-offer Live Scan (fingerprint/background clearance-Department of Justice) before commencing employment.
• Reference checks will be conducted; employment is contingent upon receipt of acceptable references.
• Attend events and meetings in the community to support the Corps' tree planting projects. This can involve working Saturdays or Sundays, as needed.
• Valid California Commercial Class C Driver's License
• Periodic use of private vehicle for company purposes; validation of driving record and approval of commercial policy insurability is required in conjunction with proof of personal minimum liability insurance coverage per the requirements of the State of California. Mileage will be reimbursed at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) standard mileage rate.
• Perform other duties as assigned. Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contact a comprehensive listing of activities, duties and/or responsibilities that may be required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time and without notice.

Salary and Benefits

• Hourly rate: $22.29 -$27.44 (reflects the entire hourly rate range). A starting hourly rate higher than $22.29 per hour is based on a level of experience and education that significantly exceeds the minimum requirements and is commensurate with the compensation scale (hourly rate range).
• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits with 93% employer coverage of costs for employee and 79% coverage for additional family members.
• 3 weeks of vacation accrued per year;11paid Holidays and 80 hours of sick time accrued per year.
• 401k retirement plan with match of up to 3%.

Application Procedure
Complete application and provide resume and cover letter at The Los Angeles Conservation Corps only employs individuals who are lawfully authorized to work in the United States.
Based upon a review of your application and supportive information, applicants will be considered for the interview portion. The interview will cover education and experience requirements. Applicants who need reasonable accommodations to apply or interview for this position must notify Human Resources at least four (4) business days before the closing date of the position or, if applicable, at the time an interview is scheduled.
AA/EEO Statement
It is the policy of LA Conservation Corps to seek and employ qualified workforce at all locations, job sites, and facilities, and to provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees in recruiting, hiring, placement, training, compensation and benefits, promotion, transfer, and termination.
LA Conservation Corps
Equal Opportunity Employer