Payroll Specialist

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$35.00/hr - $50.00/hr

Our client is a fast-growing, tech-forward transportation platform is currently seeking a temporary Payroll Specialist with strong union payroll experience. They operate in a high-volume, high-growth environment and are seeking a sharp, detail-oriented professional to join their team. This person will manage complex payroll processes for union and non-union employees, ensure full compliance with union agreements, and support the company through continued growth and operational change.

The ideal candidate is proactive, tech-savvy, curious, and thrives in fast-paced environments.

Please note this is a hybrid, 6-month contract role w/ potential conversion based in Redwood City, CA. Pay will be $35-$50/hr.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process end-to-end payroll for union and non-union employees across multiple states.
• Interpret and apply collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), ensuring accurate calculations of wages, premiums, deductions, and benefits.
• Audit payroll regularly to ensure accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and union regulations.
• Work closely with HR, Operations, and Finance to gather payroll inputs and resolve discrepancies quickly.
• Maintain and update employee records, timekeeping data, and labor allocations.
• Support internal and external audits, responding to inquiries promptly and accurately.
• Recommend process improvements to streamline payroll workflows and enhance efficiency.
• Assist with special projects involving payroll systems, reporting, and state-by-state compliance updates.

Qualifications:

• 2–4+ years of payroll experience, including direct experience processing union payroll.
• Previous experience working in start-up or high-growth environments.
• Strong understanding of CBAs, union rules, pay scales, and benefit structures.
• Proficient with payroll systems (e.g., CHR, ADP, Paylocity, Workday, or similar).
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Strong experience with Excel, including formulas, data validation, and spreadsheet management.
• Comfortable navigating a fast-paced, tech-driven environment.
• Comfortable working overtime as needed, especially during peak payroll cycles or month-end close.
• Experience with high-volume, multi-state payroll environments.
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.
• Fast learner with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

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