Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

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.