Payroll Specialist
obert Half is partnering with a respected healthcare organization that is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing for a large employee population across multiple departments. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable organization that values accuracy, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
You'll work closely with Human Resources and Accounting while ensuring payroll is processed accurately, on time, and in compliance with California labor laws.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll for multi-department employee groups
- Review timekeeping records and resolve payroll discrepancies
- Maintain employee payroll records, deductions, garnishments, and direct deposits
- Process payroll adjustments, bonuses, and final paychecks
- Reconcile payroll reports and assist with month-end close
- Respond to employee payroll inquiries
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
- Assist with year-end payroll processing, including W-2 preparation
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of full-cycle payroll experience
- Experience processing payroll for 300+ employees preferred
- Knowledge of California wage and hour laws
- Experience with ADP Workforce Now, UKG, Paycom, or Workday
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- CPP certification is a plus
Compensation
$30.00-$35.00 HourlyAbout Us
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