We are looking for a skilled Payroll Administrator to join our team in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. In this contract-to-permanent position, you will play a key role in managing payroll operations for a workforce of approximately 200 employees. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent analytical skills, and proficiency in handling multi-state payroll processes. Responsibilities: • Process full-cycle payroll for a workforce of 200 employees with accuracy and efficiency. • Manage multi-state payroll operations, ensuring compliance with state-specific regulations. • Generate and analyze payroll reports, utilizing advanced Excel functions such as pivot tables and formulas. • Post payroll entries to the general ledger and prepare journal entries as needed. • Collaborate with the benefits team to ensure proper deductions and contributions are applied. • Handle manual payroll processes and maintain accurate records. • Troubleshoot and resolve payroll discrepancies or employee inquiries promptly. • Utilize ADP Workforce Now to execute payroll tasks and maintain system data effectively. • Ensure timely submission of payroll taxes and adherence to all reporting requirements.

• Proven experience in full-cycle payroll processing. • Knowledge of multi-state payroll regulations and compliance. • Expertise in managing payroll for mid-sized organizations (101-500 employees). • Proficiency in using ADP Workforce Now for payroll operations. • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and formulas. • Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail. • Familiarity with general ledger and journal entry posting. • Excellent communication skills for addressing payroll-related inquiries.

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Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
38.00 - 44.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Payroll Administrator to join our team in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. In this contract-to-permanent position, you will play a key role in managing payroll operations for a workforce of approximately 200 employees. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent analytical skills, and proficiency in handling multi-state payroll processes. Responsibilities: • Process full-cycle payroll for a workforce of 200 employees with accuracy and efficiency. • Manage multi-state payroll operations, ensuring compliance with state-specific regulations. • Generate and analyze payroll reports, utilizing advanced Excel functions such as pivot tables and formulas. • Post payroll entries to the general ledger and prepare journal entries as needed. • Collaborate with the benefits team to ensure proper deductions and contributions are applied. • Handle manual payroll processes and maintain accurate records. • Troubleshoot and resolve payroll discrepancies or employee inquiries promptly. • Utilize ADP Workforce Now to execute payroll tasks and maintain system data effectively. • Ensure timely submission of payroll taxes and adherence to all reporting requirements.
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