Payroll Specialist

We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large employee population in California. This contract position with potential for permanency is ideal for someone who is confident managing end-to-end payroll activities across multiple states while maintaining compliance with tax and wage regulations. The role requires strong attention to detail, experience with high-volume payroll processing, and the ability to work effectively with payroll systems and timekeeping records.

Responsibilities:
• Manage complete payroll processing for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring each payroll cycle is completed accurately and on schedule.
• Administer multi-state payroll activities, including proper handling of earnings, deductions, withholdings, and jurisdiction-specific requirements.
• Review employee timekeeping records for accuracy, follow up on discrepancies, and ensure approved hours are reflected correctly in payroll runs.
• Use payroll platforms such as ADP Workforce Now and Paylocity to process payroll transactions, maintain records, and support reporting needs.
• Calculate and validate payroll-related adjustments, including bonuses, corrections, and other special payments as needed.
• Monitor payroll tax withholdings and support compliance with applicable federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Maintain organized payroll documentation and respond to employee and internal team questions regarding pay, deductions, and payroll records.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience processing full-cycle payroll from data review through final payroll completion.
• Background managing payroll for employees in multiple states with a solid understanding of varying payroll requirements.
• Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now, Paylocity, or comparable payroll software.
• Proven ability to support high-volume payroll operations for organizations with 500 or more employees.
• Knowledge of payroll taxes, wage and hour rules, and general payroll compliance practices.
• Strong accuracy, analytical ability, and attention to detail when reviewing timesheets and payroll data.
• Ability to manage recurring bi-monthly payroll deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation

$25.00-$30.00 Hourly

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