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Posted June 24, 2026
Robert Half

Jr. Payroll Specialist

Vista, CA 92084, US Temporary
Compensation: $23 to $25 Hourly

A well-established manufacturing company is seeking a Junior Payroll Specialist to join its accounting and payroll team. This role is ideal for someone with foundational payroll experience who is looking to expand their knowledge and gain hands-on experience in a high-volume payroll environment. You'll work alongside experienced payroll professionals while supporting payroll processing, reporting, and employee payroll administration.

Responsibilities

Payroll Administration

  • Assist with weekly and biweekly payroll processing
  • Review employee timesheets and attendance records for accuracy
  • Process payroll changes including wage adjustments and employee updates
  • Maintain payroll records and employee information
  • Support payroll reporting and reconciliations

Employee Support

  • Respond to payroll-related inquiries
  • Assist with onboarding and payroll setup for new employees
  • Help resolve payroll discrepancies and reporting issues
  • Maintain confidentiality of employee information

Qualifications:


Compensation

$23.00-$25.00 Hourly

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