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Senior Payroll Accountant

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Harbinger Motors

Harbinger Motors

201-500 employees

Electric vehicle manufacturer for commercial use

Robotics & Automation
Automotive & Transportation

Compensation Overview

$105k - $115kAnnually

Senior

Westminster, CA, USA

Category
Payroll Accounting
Accounting
Required Skills
Excel/Numbers/Sheets

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in payroll processing.
  • Strong knowledge of payroll principles, including federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Experience with payroll software (e.g., ADP, BambooHR) and HRIS systems.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
Responsibilities
  • Process bi-weekly/monthly payroll for a designated group of employees, including calculating and entering hours, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and deductions.
  • Ensure accurate and timely processing of all payroll taxes, including federal, state, and local withholdings, FICA, FUTA, SUTA, and other applicable taxes.
  • Maintain accurate employee records, including personnel files, timecards, and benefit information.
  • Process and reconcile all payroll-related journal entries.
  • Manage all required payroll tax reports, including 941, 940, W-2, W-3, and state unemployment reports.
  • Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues, such as pay discrepancies, deductions, and benefits.
  • Conduct regular audits of payroll data to ensure accuracy and identify any potential discrepancies.
  • Assist with year-end processing activities, including W-2 preparation and distribution.
  • Stay current on all applicable payroll laws and regulations.
  • Implement and maintain internal controls to ensure the integrity of payroll data.
  • Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • Professional certification (e.g., CPP, FPC)
  • Experience with multi-state payroll processing.
  • Experience with unionized environments.

Harbinger Motors manufactures electric vehicles specifically for the commercial sector, targeting businesses that need vehicles for delivery, public transportation, and logistics. Their unique chassis design enhances the driver's experience, safety, and productivity, making their vehicles user-friendly and efficient. The vehicles are equipped with drive-by-wire steering and are designed to be ready for autonomous driving. Harbinger Motors also emphasizes ergonomics, featuring a low floor height for improved driver comfort. Unlike many competitors, they utilize a data-driven approach to understand customer needs better, offering tailored solutions and related services like customer support and maintenance. The goal of Harbinger Motors is to transform the commercial vehicle industry by focusing on the needs of drivers and enhancing overall vehicle performance.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$168.3M

Headquarters

Gardena, California

Founded

2021

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • $400 million in pre-orders shows strong market validation and confidence.
  • $100 million Series B funding supports production scaling and market expansion.
  • Strategic location in Garden Grove allows efficient distribution across North America.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from new entrants like ZM Trucks in the US market.
  • Potential over-reliance on large customers like Bimbo Bakeries USA and THOR Industries.
  • Challenge of scaling manufacturing to meet high demand from 4,000 pre-orders.

What makes Harbinger Motors unique

  • Harbinger's unique chassis architecture enhances driver comfort and productivity.
  • The company focuses on medium-duty EVs, aligning with sustainable urban logistics demand.
  • Harbinger's vehicles are autonomous-ready, featuring drive-by-wire steering.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Stock Options

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Meal Benefits

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

-1%
Forbes
Sep 30th, 2023
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TechCrunch
Jan 14th, 2025
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PR Newswire
Jan 14th, 2025
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Nov 8th, 2024
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Finsmes
May 21st, 2024
Harbinger Raises Additional $13M in Funding

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PR Newswire
May 21st, 2024
Electric Truck Company Harbinger Announces $400 Million In Customer Vehicle Orders From Bimbo Bakeries Usa, Rv Manufacturer Thor Industries, Nationwide Dealers And More

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FreightWaves
May 21st, 2024
Ev Startup Harbinger Snags $400M In Commercial Vehicle Chassis Orders

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PR Newswire
Mar 13th, 2024
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VCA
Sep 21st, 2023
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