Payroll Specialist

Description

We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a growing organization in the San Joaquin County on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent role. This opportunity is ideal for a payroll specialist who values accuracy, confidentiality, and dependable execution in a busy environment. The role focuses on supporting end-to-end payroll activities, maintaining reliable employee pay data, and helping ensure payroll operations run smoothly and on schedule.

Responsibilities:

- Execute payroll processing for both hourly and salaried employee groups while meeting established deadlines and accuracy standards.

- Audit timesheets, pay rate updates, and employee record changes to confirm payroll data is complete and correct before each payroll cycle.

- Maintain organized payroll documentation and update system records to preserve data accuracy and support internal controls.

- Handle payroll corrections, deductions, and employee profile updates with careful attention to detail.

- Address employee payroll questions in a thorough manner while protecting sensitive compensation information.

- Work closely with HR, accounting, and other internal teams to resolve discrepancies and support efficient payroll operations.

- Help monitor adherence to payroll policies and applicable wage and hour requirements.

- Prepare payroll-related reports and provide administrative support connected to ongoing payroll activities as needed.

Requirements

- At least 3 years of experience in payroll, accounting, or administrative support roles.

- Hands-on experience with full-cycle payroll processing, including work with large employee populations of 500 or more.

- Familiarity with multi-state payroll practices and related payroll compliance considerations.

- Proficiency with payroll and timekeeping platforms, including experience with ADP Workforce Now.

- Strong Microsoft Excel skills and solid command of standard office software.

- High level of accuracy in data entry, record maintenance, and transaction review.

- Ability to manage confidential employee and compensation information with discretion.

- Effective communication, organization, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced work environment.

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