We are looking for a meticulous Payroll Clerk to join a manufacturing company in Los Angeles, California. This Contract to permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to accurate and efficient payroll operations while collaborating with HR and finance teams. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in payroll processing and compliance, ensuring smooth operations and employee satisfaction. Responsibilities: • Process employee payroll by collecting, verifying, and inputting timekeeping data and other relevant information. • Maintain and update payroll records, including tax forms, direct deposit details, and adjustments to pay rates or job titles. • Ensure accuracy in data entry and reconciliation to align with company policies and regulatory standards. • Handle payroll deductions such as tax withholdings, benefits contributions, and garnishments. • Ensure compliance with labor laws and reporting standards in payroll practices. • Address employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely and precise manner. • Collaborate with HR and finance teams to ensure payroll consistency and accuracy. • Generate payroll reports for audits, management reviews, and financial purposes.

• Demonstrated organizational and time-management skills to meet strict payroll deadlines. • Strong numerical and analytical abilities for accurate payroll processing. • High attention to detail to maintain data precision and compliance. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with employees and internal teams. • Experience working with payroll software such as Paychex, QuickBooks, or similar systems. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other spreadsheet tools. • Basic knowledge of labor laws and payroll tax regulations. • High school diploma required; an associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field is preferred.

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Los Angeles, CA
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
17.41 - 20.16 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a meticulous Payroll Clerk to join a manufacturing company in Los Angeles, California. This Contract to permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to accurate and efficient payroll operations while collaborating with HR and finance teams. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in payroll processing and compliance, ensuring smooth operations and employee satisfaction. Responsibilities: • Process employee payroll by collecting, verifying, and inputting timekeeping data and other relevant information. • Maintain and update payroll records, including tax forms, direct deposit details, and adjustments to pay rates or job titles. • Ensure accuracy in data entry and reconciliation to align with company policies and regulatory standards. • Handle payroll deductions such as tax withholdings, benefits contributions, and garnishments. • Ensure compliance with labor laws and reporting standards in payroll practices. • Address employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely and precise manner. • Collaborate with HR and finance teams to ensure payroll consistency and accuracy. • Generate payroll reports for audits, management reviews, and financial purposes.
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