We are seeking a skilled Payroll Administrator to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Claremont, California. This role is ideal for professionals with strong payroll and leave administration experience, particularly within California. Experience in nonprofit or education sectors is highly preferred. You will be responsible for managing full-cycle payroll, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with California payroll regulations, employee leave management, and payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process full-cycle payroll across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.</li><li>Manage payroll operations for 101–500 employees, including timecard review and reconciliation.</li><li>Utilize ADP Workforce Now to execute payroll tasks and maintain employee records.</li><li>Administer and track employee leaves, including medical leave, workers’ compensation, and other leave types.</li><li>Collaborate with HR on benefits administration and payroll-related adjustments.</li><li>Prepare and review pre- and post-funding payroll reports to ensure proper fund allocation.</li><li>Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, and leave administration.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state (especially California), and local payroll regulations.</li><li>Support workers’ compensation processes, including pre- and post-case communication.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and accuracy when handling sensitive employee data.</li></ul>

<ul><li>Proven experience processing payroll in California.</li><li>Strong understanding of leave administration, including workers’ compensation.</li><li>Experience with ADP Workforce Now or similar payroll systems.</li><li>Preferred background in nonprofit or education environments.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive information.</li><li>Strong communication and organizational skills.</li></ul>

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Claremont, CA
onsite
Temporary
27.71 - 32.09 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a skilled Payroll Administrator to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Claremont, California. This role is ideal for professionals with strong payroll and leave administration experience, particularly within California. Experience in nonprofit or education sectors is highly preferred. You will be responsible for managing full-cycle payroll, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with California payroll regulations, employee leave management, and payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process full-cycle payroll across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.</li><li>Manage payroll operations for 101–500 employees, including timecard review and reconciliation.</li><li>Utilize ADP Workforce Now to execute payroll tasks and maintain employee records.</li><li>Administer and track employee leaves, including medical leave, workers’ compensation, and other leave types.</li><li>Collaborate with HR on benefits administration and payroll-related adjustments.</li><li>Prepare and review pre- and post-funding payroll reports to ensure proper fund allocation.</li><li>Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, and leave administration.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state (especially California), and local payroll regulations.</li><li>Support workers’ compensation processes, including pre- and post-case communication.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and accuracy when handling sensitive employee data.</li></ul>
2025-10-01T15:49:10Z