We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Payroll Specialist to join our team in Irvine, California. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in managing payroll operations for a large workforce of 45,000 employees. This is a long-term contract position that requires hands-on expertise in payroll processing and a strong ability to work on-site five days a week. Responsibilities: • Process payroll for a workforce of 45,000 employees with precision and attention to detail. • Utilize Oracle payroll systems and timekeeping tools to ensure accurate and timely payroll execution. • Handle garnishments and special payroll deductions, ensuring compliance with legal and organizational standards. • Collaborate closely with team members to maintain seamless payroll operations and address any discrepancies. • Employ advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP, to organize and analyze payroll data efficiently. • Manage multistate payroll processes, ensuring adherence to varying state regulations. • Provide expertise in bi-weekly and certified payroll practices, maintaining consistency and accuracy in all transactions. • Support payroll audits and reporting requirements, delivering detailed documentation as needed. • Ensure compliance with domestic payroll laws and regulations, safeguarding the organization's financial integrity. • Adapt to flexible working hours to meet operational needs effectively.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required. • Minimum of 7 years of experience in payroll management or related roles. • Proficiency in Oracle payroll systems and multistate payroll processing. • Demonstrated expertise in handling payroll for large organizations with 500+ employees. • Strong knowledge of garnishments and special payroll deductions. • Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to use pivot tables and VLOOKUP functions. • Familiarity with certified and bi-weekly payroll practices. • Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

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Irvine, CA
onsite
Temporary
45.00 - 50.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Payroll Specialist to join our team in Irvine, California. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in managing payroll operations for a large workforce of 45,000 employees. This is a long-term contract position that requires hands-on expertise in payroll processing and a strong ability to work on-site five days a week. Responsibilities: • Process payroll for a workforce of 45,000 employees with precision and attention to detail. • Utilize Oracle payroll systems and timekeeping tools to ensure accurate and timely payroll execution. • Handle garnishments and special payroll deductions, ensuring compliance with legal and organizational standards. • Collaborate closely with team members to maintain seamless payroll operations and address any discrepancies. • Employ advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP, to organize and analyze payroll data efficiently. • Manage multistate payroll processes, ensuring adherence to varying state regulations. • Provide expertise in bi-weekly and certified payroll practices, maintaining consistency and accuracy in all transactions. • Support payroll audits and reporting requirements, delivering detailed documentation as needed. • Ensure compliance with domestic payroll laws and regulations, safeguarding the organization's financial integrity. • Adapt to flexible working hours to meet operational needs effectively.
2025-09-10T17:58:42Z