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Payroll/Accountant

Wheelhouse Credit Union
San Diego, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 4 Jul 2025
💰 $60,000/yr($48,000/yr$60,000/yr)

About the role

Description

We're Hiring: Payroll Administrator

Are you a numbers wizard with passion for precision? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and integrity are non-negotiable? We're looking for a Payroll Accountant who's ready to take ownership of our payroll operations and ensure every paycheck is perfect every time!


Why You'll Love This Role:

  • Impact: Your work directly supports our people, ensuring they're paid accurately and on time.
  • Autonomy: Take the lead on payroll processes, compliance and reporting.
  • Growth: Join a credit union that invests in your development and values your expertise.


What You'll Do:

  • Process payroll for all credit union employees with precision and timeliness.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
  • Reconcile payroll accounts and prepare journal entries.
  • Collaborate with HR and Finance to streamline processes and improve accuracy.
  • Handle audits, tax filings, and year-end reporting with confidence.

Requirements

What You'll Bring:

  • Four-year college or university degree in Accounting or Finance with two to four years related experience; or a two-year Associate degree in Accounting or Finance with four to six years of related experience, or eight years or greater of equivalent work experience, preferably in a credit union or financial institution.  
  • Proficiency in payroll and accounting software, including:
  • Paylocity, ADP Run etc.
  • Microsoft Excel (advanced functions: VLOOKUP, pivot tables, macros)
  • Strong understanding of payroll laws and tax regulations
  • Detail-oriented mindset with passion and getting things right.



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Company

Wheelhouse Credit Union

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