Payroll Specialist

Overview

Our client in Irvine, CA is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist who can independently process payroll using Paycor. This role requires someone detail-oriented, dependable, and confident managing payroll from start to finish with minimal oversight. The ideal candidate has hands-on Paycor experience and is comfortable stepping into a fast-paced environment right away.

Contract-to-hire opportunity | Start ASAP | Full benefits | Weekly pay

Salary $30 - $35 per hour

Why join us? REMOTE within the state of California! Competitive hourly rate based on experience. Opportunity to convert to a permanent, full-time role. Premium benefits provided by Jobot.

• Process weekly/biweekly payroll for employees through Paycor, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Maintain and update employee payroll records including new hires, terminations, pay adjustments, and deductions
• Review and audit timesheets for completeness and compliance
• Handle payroll-related inquiries from employees in a professional and timely manner
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations
• Generate payroll reports and support finance/HR with payroll data as needed
• Assist with year-end payroll tasks, including W-2 preparation
• Maintain confidentiality and safeguard sensitive payroll information

• 2+ years of payroll processing experience using Paycor
• Hands-on Paycor experience required — must be able to run payroll independently
• Knowledgeable in California payroll laws required
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations, taxes, and compliance
• High attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and strong problem-solving abilities

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