<p>A well-established healthcare organization in Carlsbad is seeking a <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> to manage accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing for a multi-entity workforce. This role plays a critical part in ensuring employees are paid correctly while maintaining compliance with California labor laws and healthcare-specific payroll requirements. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and comfortable working with confidential information in a regulated environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees</li><li>Ensure compliance with California wage and hour laws</li><li>Review timekeeping data, pay adjustments, and deductions</li><li>Process garnishments, benefits deductions, and tax withholdings</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Support audits and internal reviews related to payroll</li><li>Assist with payroll-related journal entries and reporting</li><li>Serve as a point of contact for payroll inquiries from employees</li></ul>

<ul><li>3+ years of payroll processing experience</li><li>Strong knowledge of California payroll laws</li><li>Experience with healthcare payroll or regulated industries preferred</li><li>Proficiency in payroll systems and Excel</li><li>High level of accuracy and attention to detail</li><li>Strong communication and problem-solving skills</li></ul><p><br></p>

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