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Brentwood School inspires every student to: Think critically and creatively. Act ethically. Shape a future with meaning.   BRENTWOOD SCHOOL Payroll Specialist   Brentwood School, a vibrant and diverse K-12 independent school, is looking for a Payroll Specialist to begin immediately.   Reports to: Accounting Manager   Summary of Position: The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for all aspects of the payroll process, including data input, time clock management, reporting and distribution of payroll documents.  Additionally, the position will support Human Resources in a clerical capacity, including gathering employee paperwork, filing, and other clerical duties as needed.   Professional Requirements: The Payroll Specialist will work with all of Brentwood School’s full-time, part-time and seasonal employees and coaches.   The Payroll Specialist should have a bachelor’s degree (preferred) or a related discipline with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in payroll.  The Payroll Specialist shall have the ability to work with a high degree of autonomy – communicating frequently with the Accounting Manager.    Fluency in English and Spanish is preferred.   The Payroll Specialist will possess the following personality traits:  Self-motivated, energetic Positive work ethic Team player, approachable Flexible, receptive to new ideas Ability to work in a fast paced environment Extremely customer service oriented (i.e., “can do” attitude) Comfortable in an educational setting where student and adult parents are present A commitment to diversity and inclusion An interest in and openness to professional growth and development       The Payroll Specialist must have: The ability to meet deadlines Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills Excellent organizational skills Proficient computer expertise in working with ADP and other programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel An ability to identify, design and implement operating efficiency An ability to be a team player and be able to partner with colleagues   The Payroll Specialist position is a non-exempt position, which may require overtime and some weekends, if needed.   Duties & Responsibilities including, but not limited to: Payroll Input all payroll changes and transmit semi-monthly payroll Separate payroll for distribution – by department Distribute payroll Meter and mail payroll during summer Maintain payroll reports Calculate and transmit semi-monthly garnishments Maintain payroll files Gather all payroll files to be shredded after the holding period Maintain W-2 forms Transmit TIAA contributions after each payroll   Cash Receipts Receive and count all cash Issue receipts Prepare cash receipt form for Accounting Specialist Distribute petty cash Transfer all cash to Director of Finance & Accounting for bank deposit   Human Resources Support Follow up with summer school employees and seasonal Athletic coaches who have received employment agreements Track completion of all paperwork File and maintain payroll and personnel information Prepare and print address labels for envelopes for new employment agreements, and mail them to employees Make trips to post office as needed Schedule and coordinate on-campus TB testing and flu shot clinics Maintain and update Labor Law Posters Track and maintain employee TB test records Assist with Open Enrollment as needed Support Human Resources Manager in securing employment verifications, handling workers’ compensation matters, monthly Wellness activities, student work permits and other projects as needed.   Other – Miscellaneous Duties Translating – Spanish to English (preferred) Translate for Spanish speaking employees Occasional translation of letters for Spanish speaking employees Back up Staff Accountant/Administrative Assistant as needed Back up for Bookstore Manager as needed Other duties as assigned by the Accounting Manager or Director of Finance & Accounting   Brentwood School is dedicated to the creation of a diverse faculty and staff that better represents our student body and the city of Los Angeles. Information about our school can be found at www.bwscampus.com .   Interested candidates should contact Susanne McNeil Eng Director of Finance & Accounting Email: smcneileng@bwscampus.com

Job Summary: Under direct supervision, support the development/execution of project and functional planning. Develop, maintain, and monitor performance baselines, following approved CHBWV processes for baseline development, change control, performance analysis and EAC development.  The change control process includes proposal development.   Education & Experience:                                            BA/BS in Business Administration, Engineering, Construction or the recognized equivalent plus a minimum of two (2) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience.  Must have a background in planning, budget preparation, and basic scheduling techniques.  Earned Value Management  System (EVMS) and  Project Management Institute Certification preferred.   Duties:    Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. Work with managers and customers to develop a statement of work (WBS; Dictionary, objectives, assumptions, and deliverables), resource estimate, and a baseline schedule for the project; in support of the project manager in support of contract mods and change proposals. Supports analysis of schedule, identifies and investigates project schedule variance. Collects and updates data and updates and produces scheduling reports. Assists in the development and maintenance of work breakdown structures (WBS) and support activities to implement applicable coding. Supports basic schedule development. Understands Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling concepts and principles and able and able to develop basic engineering, procurement and decontamination/decommissioning schedule logic. Supports gathering and assembling data for schedule updating. Supports measurement of project schedule progress and gathers and assembles data for schedule and network update. Understands concepts and principles of scope control, change management and earned value methodology. Gathers data for schedule baseline development and maintenance. Supports monthly report preparation. May participate in planning and scheduling meeting to gain insight to planning and scheduling issues. Communicate with project team members, managers, and customers for problem resolution, process improvements and validation of information. Perform special cost or schedule studies and scenario development. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices. Support proposal preparation process to include the following: Computes costs by analyzing labor, material, and time requirements. Maintains cost data base by entering and backing up data. Create and assemble back up documentation to support overall proposal.

Character Lab is looking for a Finance & Operations Associate. Reporting to the Director of Operations & Finance, the Finance & Operations Associate will support the financial and operational needs of the organization. This is an exciting opportunity for a results-oriented, innovative professional to have a tremendous impact by ensuring Character Lab develops and maintains the systems to achieve dramatic results and growth. The Finance & Operations Associate will have strong input into many of our financial processes, including the development of financial management systems, reporting schedules, and grants management. They will analyze our financial information on a regular basis to ensure that resources are allocated efficiently and effectively. This person will also manage key external relationships, for example, with our HR/accounting vendors. In close collaboration with the Director of Operations & Finance and COO, they will be encouraged to make recommendations for process improvements as necessary. Responsibilities In partnership with the Director of Operations & Finance, develop and maintain operational and financial management systems, processes, and policies Analyze financial information to support resource allocation decisions and operational planning Support the Director of Operations & Finance in preparing and monitoring Character Lab’s annual budget Ensure timely payments to vendors and contractors and reimbursement requests, working with 4th Sector Solutions (outsourced support) and our bank Support the Director of Operations & Finance and Chief Operating Officer in general financial compliance and reporting (e.g. 510(c)3 status, audit) Monitor budgets of all grant awards, and prepare financial records for all grant-related reporting Manage legacy researcher grantor/grantee payment contracts Manage and support staff on traditional HR issues, in partnership with 4th Sector Solutions (e.g., payroll, employee benefits, and insurance) Serve as liaison to University of Pennsylvania financial office Additional responsibilities as assigned Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of professional experience in finance, operations, or nonprofit management Detailed understanding of financial & operational systems and procedures Ability to think strategically and identify system improvements Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Exceptional organizational and project management skills Strong attention to detail Highly proficient in Microsoft platform (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and G Suite platform (Google Docs, Sheets, Slides) Fierce work ethic and sense of purpose, with the ability to work well as part of a dynamic start-up