We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team in Costa Mesa, California. This is a long-term contract position focused on managing payroll operations across multiple regions, ensuring compliance and precision in all processes. The role offers a hybrid work schedule, combining onsite and remote work days.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee bi-weekly payroll processing for U.S., Canadian, and select international employees, ensuring accurate data entry, adjustments, calculations, and approvals.<br>• Generate and distribute detailed payroll reports, including overtime, tax filings, and compliance documentation, while addressing federal, state, and local requirements.<br>• Organize and maintain payroll records, ensuring data integrity and effective communication with internal stakeholders.<br>• Utilize ADP Workforce Now, Workday, and advanced Excel functionalities, such as pivot tables, to process payroll and optimize reporting.<br>• Collaborate with team members through regular prep calls and ensure readiness during payroll weeks.<br>• Support open enrollment processes, including carrier setup, file management, and addressing employee inquiries regarding benefits adoption.<br>• Assist in implementing new benefit plans and managing employee-related adjustments during plan changes.<br>• Maintain compliance with all relevant regulations and ensure smooth coordination with external carriers and vendors.

• Proven experience in full-cycle payroll processing, including managing payroll for over 500 employees.<br>• Expertise in multi-state payroll operations, including compliance with various jurisdictions.<br>• Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now and Workday systems.<br>• Advanced skills in Excel, including pivot tables and data analysis.<br>• Strong organizational skills with a meticulous attention to detail.<br>• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with team members and stakeholders.<br>• Knowledge of payroll regulations and best practices in both U.S. and Canada.<br>• Experience handling benefit plan changes and open enrollment processes.

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