Hybrid Payroll Systems Specialist; LA area)

Position: Hybrid Payroll Systems Specialist (LA area)
Description Kforce's client is looking for a full-time Hybrid Payroll Systems Specialist in the Los Angeles, CA area.

Responsibilities:
* Support Paylocity and payroll software integration, implementation, and migration projects across multiple business units
* Collaborate with IT, HR, Finance, and other stakeholders to integrate payroll systems with HR and financial software
* Support integration projects to ensure accurate and seamless data flow between systems
* Troubleshoot payroll system integration issues and optimize processes for efficiency
* Partner with system implementation consultants, benefits coordinators, and payroll compliance teams on system changes and updates
* Support process improvement projects across multiple locations
* Analyze payroll data to identify trends, potential issues, and opportunities for cost savings
* Conduct recurring payroll system audits to ensure data accuracy, configuration integrity, and compliance
* Perform minimum wage and overtime compliance reviews across multiple states and jurisdictions
* Manage user access, security roles, and segregation-of-duties controls within payroll systems
* Configure and test payroll system updates, enhancements, and new functionality, including earnings, deductions, taxes, accruals, and workflows
* Create and configure payroll system rules to support new policies
* Establish compliance standards and support improvements to internal controls
* Identify opportunities for automation and process improvement within payroll operations
* Streamline payroll processes to improve accuracy and efficiency
* Recommend and implement payroll management best practices
* Proactively audit payroll processes, practices, and documentation to identify weaknesses
* Serve as a key point of contact for leadership on payroll systems and related matters
* Communicate payroll matters to Finance, HR, and senior management Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field
* 3-6+ years of experience in payroll systems, payroll integrations, implementations, or payroll management preferred
* Hands-on Paylocity experience, particularly with integrations, system configuration, implementation, or migration, highly preferred
* Experience working with high-volume and multi-state payroll environments
* Strong knowledge of payroll software, systems, integrations, and data management
* Experience with advisory or consulting services, including Big 4 experience, preferred
* Prior experience with vendor relationships and management
* Experience with Power BI, Excel, and payroll data analysis
* Understanding of payroll processes and payroll-related compliance requirements
* Strong communication skills with a strategic, solution-oriented mindset
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities efficiently

Job Type Direct Hire Compensation
110000 - $130000