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Payroll Administrator
<p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join our team in Los Angeles, California. In this contract-to-permanent role, you will be responsible for overseeing payroll operations to ensure timely and accurate processing for an employee base of over 100 individuals. This fully onsite position offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment and contribute to maintaining compliance with payroll regulations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process bi-weekly payroll for a workforce of over 100 employees, focusing on accuracy and meeting deadlines.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to California payroll laws and manage compliance for employees located in other states.</p><p>• Collaborate with HR and Finance departments to handle payroll closures, termination payments, and unique payroll requests.</p><p>• Manage onboarding, wage adjustments, and employee separations in line with company policies.</p><p>• Create and maintain digital payroll records, supporting a fully paperless system.</p><p>• Utilize Paylocity software to consolidate, verify, and process payroll data efficiently.</p><p>• Address employee payroll concerns promptly, delivering exceptional internal customer service.</p><p>• Assist HR and Finance teams with payroll tax filings, benefits deductions, and audit preparations.</p>
<p>• Minimum of 5 years of payroll administration experience, preferably in organizations with 100+ employees.</p><p>• Proficiency in payroll processing using Paylocity.</p><p>• Strong knowledge of California payroll laws and multi-state compliance requirements.</p><p>• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure accurate data management.</p><p>• Ability to collaborate effectively with HR and Finance teams.</p><p>• Experience with digital payroll systems and paperless documentation.</p><p>• Strong communication skills to address employee inquiries professionally.</p><p>• Proven ability to handle sensitive payroll data with confidentiality and integrity.</p>
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  • Los Angeles, CA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 33.25 - 36.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join our team in Los Angeles, California. In this contract-to-permanent role, you will be responsible for overseeing payroll operations to ensure timely and accurate processing for an employee base of over 100 individuals. This fully onsite position offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment and contribute to maintaining compliance with payroll regulations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process bi-weekly payroll for a workforce of over 100 employees, focusing on accuracy and meeting deadlines.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to California payroll laws and manage compliance for employees located in other states.</p><p>• Collaborate with HR and Finance departments to handle payroll closures, termination payments, and unique payroll requests.</p><p>• Manage onboarding, wage adjustments, and employee separations in line with company policies.</p><p>• Create and maintain digital payroll records, supporting a fully paperless system.</p><p>• Utilize Paylocity software to consolidate, verify, and process payroll data efficiently.</p><p>• Address employee payroll concerns promptly, delivering exceptional internal customer service.</p><p>• Assist HR and Finance teams with payroll tax filings, benefits deductions, and audit preparations.</p>
  • 2025-11-18T21:08:51Z

Payroll Administrator Job in Los Angeles | Robert Half