Description We are actively seeking an experienced Payroll Accountant to join our non-profit organization. This role plays a critical part in our finance team, handling the intricacies of biweekly payroll processes for between 700-750 employees and providing crucial insights for financial decisions. Key Responsibilities: + Oversee and manage the end-to-end payroll accounting process for 700-750 employees on a biweekly basis. + Generate and review journal entries for payroll transactions and ensure their accurate reflection in the financial statements. + Analyze payroll data and reports, and create quality financial reports for management review. + Maintain a deep understanding of salary, PTO and time-off accruals, ensuring these are correctly calculated and recorded. + Carry out detailed reconciliations for all payroll accounts to ensure accuracy of data and adherence to accounting principles. + Work collaboratively with internal teams on special projects related to payroll and accounting, bringing financial insights and expertise. + Assure organizational compliance with California payroll laws, regulations, and best practices, keeping up to date with any changes. + Provide technical guidance on complex payroll scenarios, deductions, benefits calculations, and taxation. Requirements Requirements: + 3-4 years of payroll accounting experience, preferably in a non-profit organization. + Comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles as applied to payroll. + Experience with payroll for a large number of employees, and familiarity with biweekly payroll cycles. + Union payroll experience is considered a plus. + Exceptional analytical skills and a keen attention to detail. + Proficient in using payroll and accounting software. + Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse internal teams. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .