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Payroll Specialist
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our team in Fresno, California. In this role, you will oversee the preparation, processing, and auditing of payroll for multiple dealership locations, ensuring accurate and timely payments to employees. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of payroll regulations and the ability to handle complex payroll functions with precision.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process semi-monthly payroll for multiple dealership locations, including hourly wages, salaries, commissions, overtime, and other adjustments.<br>• Review and audit timecards and payroll data for accuracy, addressing discrepancies with managers as needed.<br>• Maintain employee payroll records, including updates for new hires, terminations, wage adjustments, benefits deductions, and garnishments.<br>• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws, as well as company policies and dealership procedures.<br>• Generate and reconcile payroll-related reports, such as earnings, taxes, and deductions, and assist with month-end and year-end reporting.<br>• Address employee inquiries about pay, timekeeping, and deductions in a timely and thorough manner.<br>• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless payroll processing and reporting.<br>• Support audits by providing payroll documentation and assisting in compliance reviews.<br>• Identify and implement improvements to payroll processes for greater efficiency and accuracy.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll or a related accounting role, preferably in a multi-location environment.<br>• Comprehensive knowledge of payroll practices, wage and hour laws, and payroll tax regulations.<br>• Proficiency in payroll and timekeeping systems, along with advanced Excel skills for reporting and reconciliation.<br>• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain confidentiality while meeting strict deadlines.<br>• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to address payroll discrepancies effectively.<br>• Familiarity with California payroll laws and regulations is highly desirable.<br>• Experience handling payroll garnishments and deductions.<br>• Solid communication skills to manage inquiries and collaborate with team members.
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  • Fresno, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 60000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our team in Fresno, California. In this role, you will oversee the preparation, processing, and auditing of payroll for multiple dealership locations, ensuring accurate and timely payments to employees. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of payroll regulations and the ability to handle complex payroll functions with precision.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process semi-monthly payroll for multiple dealership locations, including hourly wages, salaries, commissions, overtime, and other adjustments.<br>• Review and audit timecards and payroll data for accuracy, addressing discrepancies with managers as needed.<br>• Maintain employee payroll records, including updates for new hires, terminations, wage adjustments, benefits deductions, and garnishments.<br>• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws, as well as company policies and dealership procedures.<br>• Generate and reconcile payroll-related reports, such as earnings, taxes, and deductions, and assist with month-end and year-end reporting.<br>• Address employee inquiries about pay, timekeeping, and deductions in a timely and thorough manner.<br>• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless payroll processing and reporting.<br>• Support audits by providing payroll documentation and assisting in compliance reviews.<br>• Identify and implement improvements to payroll processes for greater efficiency and accuracy.
  • 2026-02-06T18:03:43Z

Payroll Specialist Job in Fresno, CA | Robert Half