Job Details

Overview

At Transdev Alternative Services (TAS), we are leading the rollout of autonomous vehicle operations across the U.S., with the Bay Area as a critical hub for innovation and growth. Our team upholds a culture of safety, professionalism, and a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). All employees are expected to uphold our standards of conduct and contribute to an inclusive and collaborative work environment.

Base pay range

$26.00/hr - $27.00/hr

Location

San Francisco, CA

Position

Operations Payroll Clerk

Responsibilities

• Distribute mail and prepare overnight packages as needed.
• Assist Supervisor and Manager in accurately tracking overtime to help reduce and eliminate unnecessary and/or excessive punch hours.
• Verify and reconcile standard hours worked against schedules and timecard records.
• Handle all payroll discrepancies by investigating, validating, and resolving issues in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with the operations team to ensure timecards are accurate and all discrepancies are corrected prior to payroll close.
• Assist with calculating employees' hours from timecards and timekeeping systems to ensure accurate and timely pay.
• Prepare ADP Enterprise entries and issue paychecks as required.
• Update and maintain employee records, including paid time off balances, rosters, and profile changes.
• Troubleshoot payroll issues and verify the accuracy of payroll figures and computations.
• Balance and reconcile payroll accounts; prepare reports on earnings, deductions, and taxes; maintain accurate leave pay and non-taxable wage records.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, schedules, and timekeeping matters.
• Maintain all payroll data and ensure proper file backups and documentation for auditing and compliance.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding employee and company information.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of payroll, HR, or operational functions.
• Communicate face to face in an empathetic and engaging manner.
• Connect with employees regarding time cards. Serve as onsite employee engagement liaison for pay related issues.

Education, Licensing & Certifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Relevant coursework or certification in payroll, accounting, or business administration preferred but not required.

Experience

• Minimum of 2–4 years of experience in payroll processing or accounting support roles, preferably in a multi-site or operations-based environment.
• Prior experience with ADP (Workforce Now or Enterprise) strongly preferred.
• Experience with timekeeping systems and reconciling timecard discrepancies is a plus.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Drive) and Microsoft Office (Excel and Word).
• Ability to accurately operate a 10-key calculator.
• Comfort using cloud-based systems and digital communication tools.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of payroll processing procedures, including compliance with wage and hour laws applicable in California.
• Familiarity with clerical accounting and bookkeeping principles related to payroll and employee records.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities with attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and guidelines accurately.
• Strong math skills and ability to handle confidential and sensitive data with discretion.

Working Conditions and Schedule

This position is primarily based in an office environment, located in San Francisco, with occasional travel (<5%) to support other Bay Area locations. Must be able to work standard business hours, with flexibility to support payroll deadlines, which may include occasional weekend or early morning hours. Employee must be able to work every other Sunday, as needed, for payroll processing or reporting cycles. Work is completed indoors, typically in an office or cubicle setting with a computer, telephone, and standard office equipment. Long periods of sitting, typing, and computer use are required.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug screening, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.

About Transdev

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Drug-free workplace. If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check. California applicants: Please see CA Employee Privacy Policy.